USC Announces Major Study into Prostate Cancer Among Black Men
July 19, 2018
The RESPOND study will focus on both biological and social factors that may influence the development of prostate cancer
Breaking News
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Prostate Cancer Foundation
Brian Custer Knows How to Knockout Prostate Cancer
July 4, 2018
Custer uses his experiences to bring awareness of prostate cancer and how to prevent it. He has partnered up with the Prostate Cancer Foundation to share his story.
PCF Draws Attention to Prostate Cancer Disparity among African American Men
April 12, 2018
One out of nine American men are likely to be diagnosed with prostate cancer. However, 74 percent of African American men are more likely to be diagnosed with prostate cancer than White men and are twice as likely to die from the disease. In honor of National Minority Health month, the Los Angeles Sentinel spoke with Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) CEO and President, Dr. Johnathan Simon about the disparity of the disease and how men of African descent can better their chances of prevention.