Early detection is key to surviving prostate cancer
Prostate cancer is a disease in which cancer cells form in the tissues of the prostate. It is the most common nonskin cancer among men in the United States.
The earlier that prostate cancer is detected, the better your odds are of surviving it.
Prostate cancer 5-year survival rate:
Screenings
Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test
Digital rectal exam
Supplemental PSA blood tests like prostate cancer antigen 3 (PCA3), prostate health index (PHI), 4Kscore
Risk factors
The recommended age for screening depends on risk factors, including:
Men ages 50 to 70 are more likely to develop prostate cancer
Family history of prostate cancer
African American men are at a higher risk to develop prostate cancer
Talk with your doctor about your risk factors and when you should consider getting screened.
Visit Genesishcs.org/Screenings for more information on cancer screenings.
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