Get Involved
With your help we can maintain vital and unique resources that enable international research. Let’s beat male cancer.
We’re here to help
Being diagnosed with cancer is frightening and you may feel isolated.
We can help you with information and support.
Penile Cancer
Cancer of the penis is rare with only about 760 cases in the UK each year.
Testicular Cancer
Testicular cancer affects about 2,400 men each year, many of them young.
Prostate Cancer
Over 55,000 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer each year.
What’s Orchid About?
We are dedicated to supporting men with testicular, penile and prostate cancer. These videos show how important it is to raise awareness.
Need to talk?
The Orchid National Male Cancer Helpline is a free service for anyone who has been affected by testicular, penile or prostate cancer. Speak to one of our nurses and get information and support. The helpline is open Monday to Friday between 9am and 5.30pm.
0808 802 0010
Volunteer
There are so many ways that you can help us. It’s fun, rewarding and you’ll meet new people.
Fundraise
We fund projects that save lives. Help us raise vital funds and enjoy the experience.
Our Research
We are proud of our success in funding research into male cancer. Our research is powered by the Robert Lane Tissue Bank, one of the most internationally important resources of its kind.
Find out moreOur Resources
Help your family, patients and community better understand male cancers. These are just some of the helpful resources we can give you.
3 in 1 Male Specific Cancer Awareness Z-card
Testicular Cancer Booklet
Penile Cancer Booklet
Fundraising events
Join #TeamOrchid at one of our events and help beat male cancer.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or want to start running for the first time, we can support you with all types of running challenges, from 5k fun runs to marathons.
Every step you take helps us support the 58,000 men diagnosed with male cancer each year.
Health at Work
A diagnosis of male cancer can have a major impact on every aspect of a man’s life and their career. Our Male Cancer Information Nurse Specialists regularly provide training, health information and male cancer awareness sessions to businesses across the UK. Men’s reluctance to talk about their health is an ongoing challenge.
Find our more and book at Health at Work Talk here.
News and Stories
Orchid Nurse participated in the recent EAU Patient Advocacy Meeting to improve the patient journey
Orchid Nurse Rob Cornes was delighted to take part in the most recent European Association of Urology (EAU) Patient Advocacy…
Orchid addresses urology nurses at the annual BAUN conference
Orchid Male Cancer Nurse Specialist, Sinéad Collins, was delighted to speak at November’s annual conference of BAUN (British Association of…
Orchid’s Male Cancer Awareness Week with a Focus on Facts
September saw the successful delivery of Orchid’s annual Male Cancer Awareness Week. Messaging was delivered digitally and the theme of…
Four Nations Penile Cancer Conference
To mark world penile cancer awareness day, Orchid hosted a conference in Manchester which brought together patients, wives and husbands,…
Programme evaluation on the Overcoming the barriers to Engaging with Prostate Cancer Project
You can now read the evaluation for the 3-year programme here.
Huge thanks to Trevor, who has recently stepped down as an Orchid Volunteer
Trevor has been one of the most passionate and active volunteers we’ve ever had, dedicating his time and energy to…
EAU Penile Cancer Video
In June 2023 Orchid nurse Rob helped create a script for an educational video about penile cancer in collaboration with…
New Male Cancer Awareness Project
We are delighted to announce a new 3-year programme called “Active Participation in Male Cancer Awareness in Prisons.” A huge…
Lord Robert Fellowes
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the death of former Orchid Trustee, Lord Robert Fellowes….
Conference to mark the beginning of Ethnic Minority Cancer Awareness Month
In collaboration with the charity Cancer Equality, Orchid held a conference dedicated to exploring the experience of Black African and…
Annual Report and Financial Statements for 2022-2023
Our new Annual Report and Financial Statements have just been published and are available to download. The Report includes both…
Orchid takes male cancer messages to men in Scotland
Orchid’s Community Engagement Team delivered Roadshows in Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Aberdeen (pictured) in late June reaching 1,061 people with information…
