The Genetic Risks for Prostate Cancer with Dr. Isaac Powell

On this episode prostate cancer survivor & host Jonathan Chance talks with Dr. Isaac Powell from the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute – Wayne State University about his research on the genetic risks for prostate cancer and the faster growth rate of prostate cancer among African American men.  During this episode Jonathan & Dr. Powell talk about:

·       Why African American men have a greater risk for getting prostate cancer.

·       What other men are at greater risk for the disease.

·       The genetic risk for prostate cancer. 

·       Why African American men have higher prostate cancer mortality rates.

·       The importance of a getting a PSA test and digital rectal exam for prostate cancer.

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