PREVENTION
Studies are underway on the effects of eating habits that correlate to higher than normal
incidences of Prostate Cancer. Although evidence is still inconclusive, there are indications
that populations with low-fat, high-fiber, high-soy diets are less prone to the disease.

There is also some evidence of a lower incidence of Prostate Cancer in men who eat lots of
tomato-based foods, especially tomato sauce cooked with a little olive oil.

Surprisingly, there has been a fairly high correlation between families where breast cancer
is found to also find prostate cancer. This may be attributable to the eating patterns of
these families which produce a higher risk for developing these types of cancer.

Check out some of the other web links under "Other Information" for discussions on
research which shows the apparent link between various diets and the development of
cancer.



Early Detection Can mean the difference...
Don't fool with your life!!
Simple tests are critical and lead the way in catching changes in the prostate that could
signal a developing cancer. Caught in the early stages, there is a much better prognosis for
treatment.

Digital Exam: This procedure performed by your Doctor is one of the most basic tests
available for for prostate cancer.

PSA Test (prostate-specific antigen): The PSA is a blood test which identifies specific
antigens and is used to monitor levels and changes which may indicate cancerous growth

When was the last time you had a PSA test and Digital Exam??



Being Aware of The Risk of Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in North American men (other than skin
cancer). It is the second leading cause of cancer death in men (after lung cancer). Both the
number of new cases of prostate cancer and the number of deaths due to prostate cancer
have increased in the past decade.

Anything that increases a person's chance of developing a disease is called a risk factor.
Some of these risk factors for prostate cancer are as follows:

Age - Prostate cancer is rarely seen in men younger than 50 years old. The chance of
developing prostate cancer increases as men get older.

Race - Nationally, Black males are more likely to develop prostate cancer than Caucasian
males. Black males are also more likely to die of prostate cancer than Caucasian males.
Hispanic and Asian males follow in incidence.

Family History of Prostate Cancer - A man whose father, brother, or son has had prostate
cancer has a higher-than-average risk of developing prostate cancer.  The more first
degree relatives with the disease the higher the risk.

Diet - A diet rich in animal fat is known to increase the risk of prostate cancer. Red meat,
dairy products and eggs are rich in animal fat. Moderation is the keyword.

Even if you aren't included specifically in one of the risk categories....it's still a wise choice
to get tested for prostate cancer. Early detection can be the key to survival ...why take a
chance.
SW Prostate Cancer Foundation
PO Box 12186
Glendale, AZ 85318
Ph: 602-547-3806  
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Southwest Prostate Cancer Foundation