Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men. In the United States in 2007,* 223,307 men were diagnosed with prostate cancer, and 29,093 men died from it.† CDC provides men, doctors, and policymakers with the latest information about prostate cancer.
*Latest year for which statistics are available. †Source: USCS.
Features
Informed Decision Making
Some medical experts believe all men should be tested for prostate cancer. Others disagree. The decision is yours.
What CDC Is Doing About Prostate Cancer
CDC collects data, conducts research, and supports local programs to control prostate cancer.
Prostate Cancer Feature
Did you know prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths among men in the United States, after lung cancer?
Prostate Cancer Treatments
Many types of treatment are available. If you have prostate cancer, you and your doctor will decide which treatment is right for you.
Should You Get Screened? Podcast
Our question this week is from a listener who wants to know if he should be tested for prostate cancer.
Listen to this podcast (2:05)
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