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Call For Sanitary Bins In Men’s Toilets To Support Prostate Cancer Survivors

Thursday, 6 November 2025 16:17

By Martin Osborne - Head Of News. Got a story? Email news@kfmradio.com

Each year, around 4000 men in Ireland are diagnosed with the disease, with research from PHS and the Irish Cancer Society finding more than half of men with incontinence feel anxious because of poor toilet facilities.

Campaigners are calling for sanitary bins to be installed in men’s public toilets to support those coping with incontinence after prostate cancer treatment.

Each year, around 4000 men in Ireland are diagnosed with the disease, with research from PHS and the Irish Cancer Society finding more than half of men with incontinence feel anxious because of poor toilet facilities.

The 'Dispose with Dignity' campaign is urging workplaces and public venues to act - saying simple changes can help restore men’s confidence and dignity.

These people agree bins should be available.


 

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