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Every March · Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

Free prostate tests.
A step towards better awareness.

The ACQP Foundation gives away free prostate tests each March to encourage members to learn about their health and have informed conversations about testing.

A construction professional discussing health concerns in a consultation room
The ACQP Foundation March initiative

Taking part starts with an enquiry.

Ask our team about the next March campaign. We will explain the test offered, who can take part, availability and the arrangements for receiving it. An enquiry does not confirm a test allocation or appointment.

No donation is required to enquire about a free test.

U-Test at-home prostate health self-test kit for prostate-specific antigen (PSA)
The prostate health self-test kit

A simple prompt to take your health seriously.

The pictured kit is a finger-prick PSA self-test for use at home. Read the supplied instructions carefully and ask the Foundation about the kit available through the March campaign.

A home self-test cannot diagnose or rule out prostate cancer. It does not replace a medical assessment. Discuss a concerning result with your GP, who can advise on laboratory testing or further investigation.

Seek medical advice about symptoms or concerns even if a self-test result appears normal.

Ask about a free kit
How to take part

Three simple steps.

STEP 01

Contact the Foundation

Tell us you are interested in the March free prostate-test initiative. You do not need to send medical history or test results.

STEP 02

Understand the arrangements

Check the test type, eligibility, availability and how the test and any follow-up will be provided.

STEP 03

Make an informed choice

Discuss testing with a qualified healthcare professional. Follow the provider’s instructions and seek advice about your result.

Understanding testing

What is a PSA test?

A PSA test measures prostate-specific antigen in your blood. It can help assess prostate problems, but it cannot diagnose prostate cancer on its own. Ask the Foundation to confirm the test supplied through the March offer.

Know the benefits and limitations

Testing may help identify a problem that needs further investigation. A raised PSA can have causes other than cancer, and a low result does not completely rule cancer out. Testing can also lead to further investigations or treatment that may not have been needed.

Talk through these benefits and risks with your GP or another qualified healthcare professional before deciding. Follow the test provider’s preparation instructions.

What happens after a test?

Ask the provider how results are delivered and who will explain them. Follow any advice to contact your GP or attend further tests. Keep seeking advice if symptoms persist, even if a result appears reassuring.

Read more: NHS: PSA test · Prostate Cancer UK: the PSA blood test.

Common questions

Before you enquire.

When does the free-test initiative take place?

The Foundation gives away free prostate tests each March, during Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Contact the team for the next campaign’s dates and availability.

Who can receive a free test?

The team will confirm the eligibility and availability for the March offer. We do not confirm a test allocation through this information page.

Is the test a cancer diagnosis?

No. A prostate test is not a cancer diagnosis. PSA results need to be considered alongside your circumstances by a qualified healthcare professional, and further assessment may be needed.

Can I enquire outside March?

Yes. You can contact the Foundation throughout the year to ask about the next campaign. If you have a health concern, contact your GP without waiting.

Do I have to donate?

No donation is required to enquire about a free test. Contributions to the Foundation are voluntary and support its wider work.

March awareness information: Macmillan: Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Health information reviewed against these sources on 1 October 2026.

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