Over 58,000 people will be diagnosed with prostate, testicular or penile cancer every year in the UK.

Unfortunately, a couple of years ago, my dad, Nigel, was one of these men when he was diagnosed with Stage 3B prostate cancer.

He's been through treatment, clinical trials and been poked and prodded more than anyone should be, and will continue to have this for the rest of his life.

It was a really hard time for the whole family and we've had to rally round him to provide support. He's really one of the strongest men I know.

Orchid exists to save lives from testicular, prostate and penile cancers through a range of support services, pioneering research and promoting awareness. That's why I'm running the Great North Run raising money for them this year.

Here's how you could help people like my dad:

£10 could pay for a telephone call with an Orchid Nurse Specialist on our Freephone Helpline;

£20 could cover the cost of male cancer information being sent to 17 people following a male cancer concern or diagnosis;

£50 could cover a vital counselling session for those diagnosed with testicular or penile cancer;

£200 could cover a talk within the community about the risk factors, signs and symptoms of male cancer to promote early diagnosis.

Thank you so much for chipping in if you can. Your support means the world to me and Nige!