Prostate Screenings Hosted at CarMax Park
The annual community event provided dozens of free prostate cancer screenings to local men in Richmond.
Updated on Sept. 19, 2026 in Men’s Health
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WRVA and local partners held the Hitting Prostate Cancer Out Of The Park event at CarMax Park to offer free screenings. The initiative targeted men aged 45 and older, as well as younger individuals with a family history of the disease.
Why it matters
The program addresses critical health gaps by offering screenings to uninsured men or those facing financial hardship who might otherwise lack access to preventative care. Early detection remains a vital factor in identifying prostate cancer and initiating timely treatment.
The event provided more than 70 free prostate screenings to eligible participants, a notable increase from the 49 screenings conducted during the inaugural event. Participants were required to be 45 years or older or younger with a family history.
The players
WRVA
This local radio station serves the Richmond community and spearheaded the promotion of the health initiative.
Virginia Urology
This medical practice partnered with local organizations to facilitate the prostate screening event.
Richmond Flying Squirrels
The professional minor league baseball team provided the venue for the community health screenings.
Fans for the Cure
This non-profit organization works to raise awareness and provide testing resources for prostate cancer.
Rich Herrera
He serves as the host of Richmond's Morning News on the station involved in the event promotion.
The details
The event used baseball platforms and radio promotion from WRVA to reach men for health outreach. A participant at the first screening event previously received an early diagnosis and treatment following their examination.
Timeline
September 8, 2026: The second annual screening event occurred.
March 2025: Rich Herrera began hosting Richmond's Morning News.
The Big Picture
The local initiative follows the National Comprehensive Cancer Network prostate screening guidelines by targeting specific age demographics for early detection. This event follows the pattern of community-based health outreach established by major clinical screening recommendations.
Residents who attended the event gained access to no-cost clinical testing regardless of their insurance status or financial background. This initiative simplifies the path to early diagnosis for those who might otherwise delay routine health checkups due to out-of-pocket costs.
The takeaway
Proactive screening events can bridge significant gaps in the healthcare system by bringing diagnostics directly to the community. Those with a family history of prostate cancer are encouraged to consult with their physicians about appropriate testing schedules.
Further reading
For more information on wellness initiatives, visit the Men’s Health section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Radio Ink.
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