In this enlightening discussion, Dr. Isaac Powell addresses significant issues surrounding prostate cancer in African Americans, including their higher incidence and mortality rates. As he suggests: “I recommend aggressive therapy. If you’re African American and if you’re younger than 70, if you’re older than 70, perhaps a less aggressive treatment.” However, he emphasizes that the choice of treatment, be it surgery or radiation therapy, ultimately lies with the patient. This conversation explores the patient’s urinary and sexual function post-treatment, the myriad of treatment choices available, and the necessity for second opinions. If you’re wondering how to access quality treatment or need guidance on gathering information about the disease, join us as Dr. Powell sheds invaluable light on these inquiries.
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One Thing Is Keeping Black Men Out of Life-Saving Prostate Cancer Trials
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Football Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe Encourages Young Men to Initiate Prostate Cancer Dialogues
cp-470122v1 Sponsored by Johnson & Johnson Shannon Sharpe and Dr. Russell J. Ledet have been compensated by Johnson & Johnson to share their story. Shannon Sharpe, a professional football Hall of Famer, has personally faced the tragic toll of cancer’s read more about Football Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe Encourages Young Men to Initiate Prostate Cancer Dialogues

This Prostate Cancer Trial Just Needs You to Use an App
Prostate cancer remains a significant health threat for Black men in the United States. Disparities in diagnosis, treatment, and survival rates persist, highlighting the urgent need for innovative solutions. One such solution is a new smartphone app called Prostate Cancer read more about This Prostate Cancer Trial Just Needs You to Use an App

This Blood Test Can Predict Your Survival of Advanced Prostate Cancer
(HealthDay News) — A simple blood test may help doctors decide the best way to treat a man with advanced prostate cancer. A phase 3 clinical trial has shown that circulating tumor cell (CTC) counts can predict which men are read more about This Blood Test Can Predict Your Survival of Advanced Prostate Cancer

Could HIFU Therapy Be the Prostate Cancer Breakthrough You Need?
Prostate cancer disproportionately impacts Black men, often leading to more aggressive forms of the disease and later diagnoses. Black men are also twice as likely to die from prostate cancer as white Americans. This disparity makes early detection and advanced read more about Could HIFU Therapy Be the Prostate Cancer Breakthrough You Need?

My Story: “Those Two Fingers Saved My Life”
Screening and testing are often thought of as an early prevention method for many diseases. For Black men, who are more likely to be diagnosed with more aggressive forms of prostate cancer at younger ages, the importance of screening is read more about My Story: “Those Two Fingers Saved My Life”