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health2 years ago•3 min saved

O.J. Simpson's Death Sparks PSA Screening Discussion

O.J. Simpson passed away at 76 after battling prostate cancer, highlighting the importance of early detection through PSA screening. While the test isn't perfect and screening isn't recommended for everyone, it can help catch cancer before symptoms appear. Factors such as age, family history, and race play a role in determining when to screen for prostate cancer. As science and medicine continue to advance, recommendations for screening may change in the future.

via ABC News|

#cancer-prevention #early-detection #health

health2 years ago•4 min saved

"Heightened Prostate Cancer Risk in African American Men"

African American men and those with a family history of prostate cancer are at greater risk of developing the disease, with African American men being more likely to be diagnosed and twice as likely to die from it than other men. The average age of diagnosis is around 67, but it can occur in younger men, especially in African American and Caribbean men of African ancestry. Heredity also plays a role, as having a family history of prostate cancer increases the risk. Raising awareness about prostate cancer screenings and discussing individualized health screenings with a physician are crucial in addressing this issue, especially within the African American community.

via The Atlanta Journal Constitution|

#african-american-men #awareness #health