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Gogglebox’s Tom Malone opens up on family cancer tragedy as he issues warning to men

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Gogglebox star Tom Malone has opened up about the personal reason behind his latest challenge in walking 11,000 steps a day for Prostate Cancer UK.The 28-year-old's family have been affected by cancer in numerous ways over the years, with four of his loved ones catching the disease."It's something quite close to our hearts," the former Gogglebox star explained, in an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk.Tom said he hopes his involvement with the campaign will raise further awareness and encourage men to get checked.The reality star's two grandads, great aunt and a cousin have all suffered from the disease.11,500 deaths are the result of a prostate cancer diagnosis each year, making it the top cancer risk for men.Naga Munchetty 'let off steam' after furious BBC Breakfast backlashTom said he looks at those statistics remembering the lives of dads, brothers, cousins, uncles and sons who have sadly passed away."It points out that it can happen to anyone at any time, so you kind of have to make the most of the time you've got," he added."If there's anything we can do to support the research or help this disease and help people or prolong peoples' lives then you kind of have to do it."It's something that doesn't get talked about enough."Prostate cancer mainly affects men over the age of 50, with the risk increasing with age.Five common warning signs of the disease are; Pain and/or a burning sensation when urinating or ejaculating, frequent urination, especially during the nighttime, trouble starting urination, or stopping urination once in progress, sudden erectile dysfunction and blood in either urine or semen.While the disease predominantly older men, Tom urges those younger to be aware of what could happen.He added: "It.

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