As in the case of the exam to prevent breast cancer, workers can request, once a year, half a work day to be able to have the procedure performed.
This Tuesday, June 11, we commemorate the World day against prostate cancer, that seeks to raise awareness among men about the importance of carrying out the annual preventive examination for this cancer, which is the most common among men.
A study published by the british medical journal The Lancet warns that cases of prostate cancer in the world would increase by 1.4 million in 2020 to 2.9 million in 2040, and that deaths would increase by 85%.
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The doctor Alfredo Velasco, urologist at Clínica Santa María, ensures that “13 out of every 100 men in Chile have this neoplasia and the mortality of this disease exceeds that of breast cancer. Currently, a man dies every 8 hours and, therefore, it is important to go for a check-up, at least once a year, starting at the age of 40.”
Although this pathology is more prevalent in men over 50 years of age, specialists warn that “In its initial stages it is usually asymptomatic, Therefore, for early diagnosis, medical control is of vital importance.”
The tests consist of a prostate antigen, which It is a blood test, and the rectal examination, what is known as prostate cancer screening or screening.
Half a day to have your prostate exam
Once a year, Workers can request a half-day to undergo prostate exams or mammogramsas appropriate, in public or private health institutions.
The permit is also valid for those who have to undergo other preventive exams, such as pap smears (used to detect cervical cancer).
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If necessary, the employer must increase the leave time considering transfers to and from the health institution, geographical conditions, transportation and availability of medical equipment.
To exercise the right, The worker will have to give notice to the employer one week in advance. to the completion of the exams.
Then you have to present proof of medical care to prove that the exams were performed on the stipulated date and time on the permit.
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