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‘They’re not alone’: Chris Hoy on his ambition to stop men dying of prostate cancer
Cycling legend on living with a stage 4 diagnosis, fundraising with Miguel Induráin and why Andy Burnham could be key to his ambition of helping others
TL;DR
- Chris Hoy was diagnosed with stage 4 prostate cancer that had spread to multiple parts of his body, with an initial life expectancy of two to four years.
- He is actively raising awareness about prostate cancer, highlighting its prevalence and the isolation men can feel after diagnosis.
- Hoy has faced personal health setbacks, including a severe leg injury and his wife's diagnosis of multiple sclerosis, but remains determined to live actively.
- He is involved in significant fundraising efforts, such as the Tour de 4 charity bike ride, and advocates for government-led proactive screening for prostate cancer.
- Despite his own condition, Hoy is optimistic about advancements in prostate cancer drug development and is ambitious about influencing policy and changing perceptions of the disease.