What to know
We offer information about prostate cancer in videos, fact sheets, social media posts, and a simulated conversation.
Videos
Understanding Prostate Cancer: A Conversation with Nathan
In this video, Nathan shares information about prostate cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment.
Should I Get Tested for Prostate Cancer?
This video helps men understand their prostate cancer screening options.
Fact sheets
- Facts About Prostate Cancer — provides an overview of symptoms, screening, and treatment options for general audiences, African American men, and Hispanic or Latino men.
- Let’s Talk About Prostate Cancer — explains how to make an informed decision about prostate cancer screening.
- Prostate Cancer: I’d Rather Know the Facts — lists the pros and cons of prostate cancer screening.
- Prostate Cancer Information for Caregivers and Loved Ones — provides information for caregivers and loved ones of men who are considering getting screened and men who have prostate cancer.
- Health Tips for Men About Prostate Cancer: What You Can Do — provides basic information about prostate cancer screening and questions to ask your doctor.
Social media posts and images
African American men are more likely to get prostate cancer than other men
Suggested post: All men are at risk for prostate cancer, but African American men are more likely to get prostate cancer and get it at a younger age than other men. Know the risk factors and talk to your doctor about next steps: www.cdc.gov/prostate-cancer/risk-factors/
Is prostate cancer screening right for you?
Suggested post: Prostate cancer screening means finding cancer early, when it is easier to treat. Talk to your doctor about the benefits and possible harms of screening. www.cdc.gov/prostate-cancer/screening/get-screened.html
Talk to your doctor about prostate cancer screening
Suggested post: Screening can find prostate cancer early. It's important to understand both the benefits and potential harms. Explore CDC's resources about your screening options: www.cdc.gov/prostate-cancer/screening/get-screened.html
Questions to ask your doctor
Suggested post: Men: Have you thought about getting screened for prostate cancer? Know the possible benefits and harms of screening: www.cdc.gov/prostate-cancer/screening/get-screened.html
Talk to Nathan
For all men
- Talk to Nathan about Prostate Cancer Screening is an interactive conversation that can help you decide whether to get screened.
- Talk to Someone about Prostate Cancer Treatment is a virtual conversation to help you get ready to talk to your doctor about treatment options.
For health care providers
Explore Talking to Patients About Prostate Cancer allows you to practice helping patients make decisions about prostate cancer screening and treatment.