Nadia Renata

Why do some men put off going to the doctor even when they know something may be wrong? Fear, embarrassment, masculinity, distrust, healthcare barriers and even discomfort with vulnerability and mortality can all play a role. For Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, we look beyond the jokes to explore why getting checked can be more complicated than simply telling men to go to the doctor.

Prostate cancer is an important health conversation for Caribbean men, particularly men of African ancestry. From understanding symptoms and risk factors to PSA testing, screening and family history, here's what every Caribbean man should know about protecting his prostate health.

Democracy does not begin and end at the ballot box. What citizens, governments and institutions do between elections matters too, from demanding accountability and protecting strong institutions to challenging misinformation, participating in our communities and learning to disagree without treating one another as enemies.