In reversal, American Cancer Society urges routine prostate cancer screening

What happened: The American Cancer Society now recommends routine PSA screening for prostate cancer, a reversal of its prior guidance. Average-risk men should test every two years from age 50 to 69. Key numbers: High-risk men start at 45, with yearly testing recommended for all Black men. Non-Black men with a close relative diagnosed before 65, or more than one affected relative, also test yearly from 45. Why it matters: The guidelines set earlier and more frequent screening for groups with higher prostate cancer rates, including Black men and men with family history. Coverage: 3 outlets in 24h

The American Cancer Society now recommends routine PSA screening for prostate cancer, a reversal of its prior guidance. Average-risk men should test every two years from age 50 to 69.

The guidelines set earlier and more frequent screening for groups with higher prostate cancer rates, including Black men and men with family history.