Dogs detect prostate cancer with 98% accuracy

Dogs have been found to have 98% reliability rate in sniffing out prostate cancer in men, according to newly published research.

Dogs detect prostate cancer with 98% accuracy

The Italian study backs up tests carried out by the charity Medical Detection Dogs, which is based in Buckinghamshire.

Its co-founder Claire Guest said its own research had found a 93% reliability rate when detecting bladder and prostate cancer, describing the findings of the new study as “spectacular”.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

More in this section

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited