Prostate Cancer Foundation and Hästens Launch Global Health Award

New initiative aims to expand prostate cancer care access worldwide.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 2:36pm

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A translucent X-ray image revealing the intricate internal structure of a human prostate gland, conceptually representing the goal of expanding access to quality prostate cancer care globally.A new global health award aims to bring advanced prostate cancer screening and treatment to underserved communities worldwide.Los Angeles Today

The Prostate Cancer Foundation and Swedish mattress company Hästens have announced the launch of a new Global Health Award program to help expand access to prostate cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment in underserved regions around the world.

Why it matters

Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men globally, yet access to quality care remains uneven, especially in developing countries. This new award aims to direct resources and expertise to communities with the greatest need.

The details

The Global Health Award will provide funding, training, and other support to healthcare organizations and providers focused on improving prostate cancer outcomes. The program will prioritize proposals from regions with limited access to modern diagnostic tools and treatment options.

  • The award program was announced on March 31, 2026.

The players

Prostate Cancer Foundation

A leading nonprofit organization dedicated to funding prostate cancer research and improving patient care.

Hästens

A Swedish luxury mattress company that is partnering with the Prostate Cancer Foundation on this new global health initiative.

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What they’re saying

“We're proud to work with Hästens on this important effort to bring high-quality prostate cancer care to more men around the world.”

— Dr. Jonathan Simons, President and CEO, Prostate Cancer Foundation

“Improving global health outcomes is core to our company's values, and we're excited to leverage Hästens' resources and reach to make a meaningful difference in prostate cancer.”

— Jan Ryde, Executive Chairman, Hästens

What’s next

The Prostate Cancer Foundation and Hästens will begin accepting applications for the Global Health Award in May 2026, with the first recipients to be announced in September 2026.

The takeaway

This new partnership between the Prostate Cancer Foundation and Hästens demonstrates a commitment to expanding access to quality prostate cancer care worldwide, which could have a significant impact on health outcomes for men in underserved regions.