Prostate cancer is often silent, with many men feeling healthy as the disease develops. That’s why screening, especially for African American men, is critical. The PSA test is often the first line of defense. Understanding the PSA Test The Prostate-Specific Antigen...
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Learn how PSA testing and early detection help find prostate cancer earlier, when treatment options may be more effective. Understand screening guidelines, test results, and next steps.
Family History and Prostate Cancer in Black Men: When to Get Tested
Prostate cancer risk isn’t one-size-fits-all. Age, lifestyle, and genetics matter, but family history is one of the biggest drivers. For Black men, who face higher rates of diagnosis and death, knowing that history is critical to protecting long-term health....
Understanding Prostate Health: Your Essential Guide
When it comes to men’s health, the prostate is a small gland that plays a surprisingly big role. Yet many people don’t fully understand what it does — or how it affects overall well-being. Whether you’re learning proactively or navigating symptoms, this guide covers...
Doctors Downplay PSA Screening for Black Men, Study Finds
Most primary care clinicians do not see value in screening Black men for prostate cancer, despite recommendations to do so from the American Cancer Society (ACS) and the American Urological Association (AUA), according to a new qualitative study of interviews with...
The Impact of USPSTF Prostate Cancer Screening Recommendations (2012 & 2018): Featuring Dr. J. Jacques Carter
Dr. Carter explains how shifts in the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) prostate cancer screening guidelines have affected detection and outcomes—especially among Black men and other high-risk groups. 🩺 What Changed — and Why It Matters 2012: USPSTF...
Understanding the Trend of New Cases of Prostate Cancer Presented by Dr. Keith Crawford
Prostate cancer cases are on the rise, making early detection crucial. Recent trends show a significant increase in cases since 2014, with alarming predictions for 2025, especially among African American men. Disparities in survival and mortality rates highlight the...