RSVGPF Officers Empowered with Prostate Cancer Awareness

A photograph of attendees and coordinators of the symposium as provided by the Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force.

By S.Browne. Updated 12:14 p.m., Thursday, September 25, 2025, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).

Officers of the Royal St Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) were empowered with prostate cancer awareness during a Men’s Health Symposium hosted at the Old Montrose Police Lecture Hall on Wednesday, September 24, 2025.

The symposium was a joint initiative between the RSVGPF and the Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Medical Association (SVGMA) and formed part of national activities to observe Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.

A team of medical professionals from the Milton Cato Memorial Hospital, led by Dr Jasmine Ellis-Davy, facilitated the session. The delegation also included Drs Rohan Deshong, Naja Peters, Mark Cumberbatch, and Realyn Burke.

During the event, Dr Deshong delivered a presentation on men’s general health, highlighting the importance of routine check-ups, diet, exercise, and early detection in the prevention of chronic illnesses. Dr Cumberbatch followed with a discussion on prostate cancer—covering its causes, symptoms, different types, treatment options, and the critical role of early screening.

Officers asked questions and sought clarification from the medical experts during the session.

Head of the delegation, Dr Ellis-Davy, commended the RSVGPF for prioritising the health of its officers, noting: “When men, especially those in demanding professions like policing, take proactive steps to safeguard their health, it strengthens not only their individual well-being but also the wellbeing of the communities they serve.”

Following the knowledge-sharing session, the medical team conducted a series of on-site health checks for participating officers, including blood sugar testing, blood pressure monitoring, and the Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) test, which is used for detecting early signs of prostate cancer.

The Royal Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force said the symposium reinforced the message that early detection saves lives and highlighted its ongoing commitment to promoting the health and wellbeing of officers as they serve and protect the nation.

This information was sourced from a press release sent to us by the Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force.