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Prostate cancer will affect one in every six men, and is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in American men. At Northside Hospital more prostate cancer cases - nearly three times more - have been treated than any other hospital in Georgia. As with any cancer, early detection is a key component to successful treatment and survival. That is why Northside Hospital has a comprehensive prostate cancer treatment program which offers screening, diagnosis, leading-edge treatment and support.
Early Detection
Finding prostate cancer at its early stages can save lives. That is why Northside Hospital offers free community prostate screenings throughout the year.
Northside Screening Calendar - Click here
Who should be screened?
The American Cancer Society recommends that men discuss the benefits and limitations of early detection, beginning at age 50, if they are at average risk for the disease, and, beginning at age 45, if they are at high risk. Men at high risk include African-American men and men with a first-degree relative (father, brother, son), diagnosed at an early age (younger than age 65). Men, who have several first-degree relatives who had prostate cancer at an early age, should discuss the pros and cons of early screening with their physician, beginning at age 40.
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.
Northside hosts free screenings throughout the year. Consult the screening calendar for dates, times and locations. Appointments are required
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