24 September 2026
6:00pm to 7:30pm
Don’t Ignore the Signs: Prostate and Men’s Health
24 September 2026
Spire Harpenden Hospital
A free information event for men aged 50+ with a consultant specialist from your local private hospital
Introducing Mr Jim Adshead, Consultant from Spire Harpenden Hospital.
Mr Adshead is a Consultant Urologist specialising in da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery
Are you over the age of 50? Have you had a recent PSA blood test? Have you noticed changes in your urinary habits, or are you simply interested in staying healthy as you get older? Join our Consultant Urologist for an informative and engaging evening dedicated to men’s health.
Topics being covered include:
- Understanding your PSA blood test – what it can and cannot tell you.
- Prostate enlargement, prostatitis and prostate cancer – knowing the differences.
- When urinary symptoms shouldn’t be ignored.
- Erectile dysfunction – what it can tell you about your overall health.
- Testosterone and healthy ageing.
- Lifestyle changes that support prostate and heart health.
- Live Q&A with a consultant.
Why attend?
- One in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime.
- Many prostate conditions have no symptoms in their early stages.
- Learn when you should request a PSA test.
- Understand which symptoms need prompt assessment.
- Get trusted advice directly from an experienced consultant.
- Ask questions in a relaxed, confidential environment.
Many prostate conditions develop gradually and may cause few or no symptoms in their early stages. Understanding your risk and recognising the warning signs can help you make informed decisions about your health. Whether you have symptoms or simply want to learn more about protecting your future health, this event will provide expert guidance from an experienced consultant in an informal and supportive setting. Knowledge today can make a difference to your health tomorrow.
📅 Thursday 24 September
⏰ 6.00pm – 7.30pm
📍 Spire Harpenden Hospital
During the event you'll have the opportunity to:
- Learn about common men's health concerns and the latest treatment options
- Receive expert advice from one of the UK's leading specialists
- See a live demonstration of our state-of-the-art robotic-assisted technology, the da Vinci Xi, recently introduced at Spire Harpenden Hospital
- Ask questions in an informal and supportive environment
Places are complimentary but limited.
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Date and time:
24 September 2026
6:00pm
to 7:30pm
Location:
Spire Harpenden Hospital
Ambrose Lane
Harpenden
England
AL5 4BP
How to get to us
We have excellent road links to the M1 and A1(M), and are five minutes from Harpenden train station.
Spire Harpenden Hospital,
Ambrose Lane
Harpenden
Hertfordshire
AL5 4BP
Travel instructions
From Harpenden town centre
Follow the A1081 signposted Luton. You will pass a BP garage on your left. Just after the large brick railway bridge turn right into Hillside Road (signed ‘private hospital’). At the top of Hillside Road, turn left and the hospital is on the right hand side.
From M1 junction 10
Follow the A1081 signed Harpenden/St Albans. After approximately two miles, turn left into Hillside Road (immediately before the second set of traffic lights and the brick railway bridge). At the top of Hillside Road, turn left into Ambrose Lane and the hospital is on the right hand side.
From A1 junction 4 (Tesco roundabout) at Hatfield
Follow the A6129 to Wheathampstead. At the Stanborough roundabout turn left under the A1 and at the next roundabout take the third exit onto the B653 towards Wheathampstead and Harpenden.
You will pass Brocket Hall on your right hand side. Follow the road for a further mile and at the roundabout take the second exit on to Cory Wright Way, signposted to Luton. Continue straight over at the next roundabout. After approximately two miles you will pass a Tesco garage on the left followed by a roundabout, turn left into Station Road. Take the next right into Coldharbour Lane, travel a short distance and then turn left into Ox Lane. Continue straight up the hill until you reach a mini roundabout. Turn left and then immediately right into Hollybush Lane. Travel over the railway bridge and shortly afterwards you will see Ambrose Lane on your right. Turn right and follow the road for around a quarter of a mile until you see Spire Harpenden Hospital on the right.
Free parking
We have free on-site parking for you and your visitors.
Onsite car parking at Spire Harpenden Hospital is now managed by Parking Eye.
Please input your car registration via the touch screens located in our reception areas to avoid a parking penalty. This will validate parking until midnight only. If you're dropping off or collecting someone, you have 20 minutes to come into the car park and depart.
By train
If you're travelling by train, Harpenden station is five minutes away from Spire Harpenden Hospital via car/taxi.
There is a 25 minute direct train from London St Pancras, which runs regularly throughout the day.
National Rail train information
By bus
Harpenden has regular bus services, with links into Luton, St Albans and Watford.
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Contact details
Self-pay treatment enquiries
01582 714 420
PMI treatment enquiries
0800 585 112
Scans and diagnostics
01582 763 191
Physiotherapy and sports injuries
01582 714 447
Invoice and payment queries
0118 975 4118 or email us
Hospital Director
Tim Keeler
Director of clinical services
Sally Hull
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