10 interesting myths: 1. It is the most common non-skin cancer in men 2. Age is the biggest risk factor 3. Having a first-degree relative with prostate cancer is a major risk factor (father, brother, and son) 4. It is diagnosed more commonly in men of African ancestry 5. It […]
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The authors of the article show that even in cases of low grade/non-aggressive prostate cancer, that African American men have more actual tumor in their prostate glands compared to non-African American men. The reasons for this are unclear but may contribute to worse outcomes for African American men with the […]
African American men have more cancer in their prostate even ...
In order to avoid the invasiveness of the prostate biopsy, researchers are trying to detect prostate cancer using markers of gene expression in urine. The serum prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test has a high false positive rate. As a single marker, PSA provides limited diagnostic information. A multi-marker test capable […]
Detecting Prostate Cancer in Urine
First Ladies Health Day – Chicago, IL Sunday, September 23, 2012 The First Ladies Health Day is the second tier in the First Ladies Health Initiative, which also includes the luncheon. Although the initiative has been executed only in Chicago, the campaign was extended to Los Angeles. The Inaugural First […]
First Ladies Health Day – September 23, 2012
Our own Dr. Adam Murphy was interviewed at Trinity United Church of Christ by Rev. Barbara Harrell. Check it out! The Rev. Joan R. Harrell, M.S., M.Div. is the producer and host of Empowering Voices. A public theologian, she received a Master of Science degree in journalism from the Columbia University […]
Empowering Voices talks with Dr. Adam Murphy
Common Sense (Rapper/Actor/Activist) has been passionate about prostate cancer screening because he is aware that African American men are at high risk for the disease. Click the link to see his personal statements about prostate cancer screening. PSA-Common
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On August 19, 2012 we worked with the Kittles’ Lab to bring PSA Screening to Fit Fest at House of Hope Church in Chicago. Fit Fest, was a free outdoor community health & fitness festival, providing resources, services, and information promoting health & fitness among individuals and families. It was […]
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On June 16th a crowd of 200 Chicago residents gathered to hear a panel of experts discuss Prostate Cancer Screening and took questions from the audience. The event included free health screenings, nutrition and prevention information, and additional focus on related health issues.
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