Taunton Town FC has joined a nationwide campaign to encourage men to get tested for prostate cancer.
The club is supporting Devon-based campaigner Jason Yeo by displaying a PSA (prostate-specific antigen) testing awareness board from Prost8 at its Wordsworth Drive ground.
The large pitch-side board, sponsored by En-Dash Memories, includes a QR code that allows supporters to order a PSA test directly from their mobile phones.
David Wide, co-founder of En-Dash Memories, said: "We're incredibly pleased to be able to sponsor the board at Taunton Town and support Jason and Prost8 with what is such an important campaign.
"We've had personal experience of family members battling prostate cancer, so we understand how much a diagnosis can affect not just the individual but their entire family and the people around them.
"What we do at En-Dash is all about preserving precious memories and helping people celebrate the people they love.
"That's why this campaign really resonates with us.
"If encouraging a man to take a simple PSA test can help identify a problem earlier and give him more time with his family and friends, then we're incredibly proud to play a small part in making that happen."
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Mr Yeo began his campaign after a routine PSA test led to his own prostate cancer diagnosis, despite having no symptoms.
Following treatment, he has worked to improve access to PSA testing and raise awareness across the UK.
His campaign has grown into a national movement, with PSA testing boards now displayed at more than 160 venues across the country.
The board at Taunton Town aims to reach men in familiar surroundings and encourage them to take action, whether by scanning the code during a match or simply taking the message home.
A PSA test is a blood test that can help detect prostate issues, including cancer.
While a raised PSA level does not always mean cancer, it can indicate problems that may need further investigation.
With Taunton Town now joining the campaign, the message to men is clear: get tested, know your numbers, and take control of your health.
More information about the campaign and PSA testing is available at the Prost8 website.
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