While prostate cancer awareness month was September, that does not mean that everyone should forget about prostate cancer now that September is over. Everyone should keep up with their health during the whole year. Visiting Angels Mobile shares 5 prostate cancer facts in honor of prostate cancer awareness.
The first fact breaks down how common prostate cancer actually is. According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 1 in 9 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer. Furthermore, 60 percent of those diagnosed with prostate cancer are men who are 65 years old and older. Prostate cancer is so common that it is the second leading cause of death in American men. As a side note, Visiting Angels Mobile also explains what the prostate is for those who are not sure. The prostate is a gland that produces seminal fluid that nourishes sperm.
After discussing how common prostate cancer is, Visiting Angels Mobile goes on to mention how race and family history also impact the chances of a man getting prostate cancer. Apparently, African-American men are the most likely to get prostate cancer while Asian-American men are the least likely to develop prostate cancer.
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