Only 1 in 2 Young Ohio Guys Know How to do a Self-Exam

A January 2015 survey indicated only 47% of young males in Ohio know how to do a self-testicular exam.

The survey, conducted by Talk About TC, asked 500 Ohio men, age 18-34, “Do you know how to do a self-testicular exam?”

47% of respondents indicated, Yes

38% of respondents indicated, No

15% of respondents indicated, I’m Not Sure

Although it can occur at any age, testicular cancer is the leading cause of cancer in guys age 15-35. Thus, the survey respondents were those in the highest age risk for the disease and are the ones that should be doing monthly self-testicular exams.

A Ball Checker app is also available with self-testicular exam instructions and the ability to set a monthly reminder.

The survey was conducted as part of the Talk About TC initiative to end deaths from testicular cancer in the state of Ohio by the year 2020.

For more information about the survey or the Talk About TC initiative, please contact Talk About TC.