How men can guard against prostate cancer

The American Cancer Society updated its prostate cancer screening guidelines, recommending that men aged 50 to 69 should undergo testing every two years, while those at higher risk should be tested annually. For men over 70, the guidelines suggest that testing decisions should be made on an individual basis after consulting with a doctor. NBC News reporter Stephanie Gosk covers the story.

The American Cancer Society has issued new guidelines recommending that most men aged 50-69 receive a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test every other year, while high-risk groups like Black men and those with a family history should begin screening at age 45. The updated guidance is based on evidence that these tests significantly reduce mortality and advanced-stage diagnoses, including a 2025 European study…

The American Cancer Society recently updated its guidelines, now recommending that men at average risk of prostate cancer start getting PSA tests every two years from age 50 to 69, while high-risk men should begin yearly testing at age 45. In Canada, however, guidelines have not been updated since 2014 and do not recommend routine PSA testing due to concerns about false positives and unnecessary biopsies. Canadian…

The American Cancer Society is issuing new guidance recommending more frequent prostate cancer blood test screenings as diagnoses of the disease rise nationwide. Men between the ages of 50 and 69 are advised to be tested every other year, while higher-risk individuals—specifically Black men and those with family histories of the disease—should receive annual screenings. The report highlights a shift toward more…