Prostate Cancer

Learn what prostate cancer is, who is at risk, and about symptoms, screening, diagnosis, and treatment for prostate cancer.

Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among men in the United States. The Data Visualizations Tool provides detailed statistics.

Get an overview of prostate cancer screening and questions to ask your doctor before you decide to get tested or treated for prostate cancer.
It’s important for men to talk about screening (testing) with their doctor. This video helps men understand their prostate cancer screening options.

“It’s tough to make a decision to screen for prostate cancer or to wait and watch for symptoms,” says CDC’s Demetrius Parker in this blog post.
“That’s why talking with our doctor is the key. Our physician can help us avoid unnecessary tests and treatments and make the choice that fits our life, our personal values, and individual circumstances.”
CDC works with partners to reduce the burden of prostate cancer in the United States. Learn what CDC is doing.