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Prostate Cancer Screening You Need | Rochester News

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month — and guys, it’s time to get screened. Early detection saves lives. Over 1 in 5 men will face prostate cancer, and catching it before it spreads dramatically boosts your odds of beating it. Start screenings every 1–2 years at age 50 (or 40 if you’ve got family history). The PSA blood test is the go-to screening tool — high levels often lead to a biopsy. And here’s the good news: thanks to new testing methods, some low-grade cancers can be safely monitored instead of treated right away. Ask your doctor — there’s no downside to getting checked…

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