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Gene discovery revolutionizes the detection and treatment of prostate cancer
Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer affecting men globally, with diagnostic methods and risk assessment ...
Urine-based test detects aggressive prostate cancer
Traditional approaches to prostate cancer screening involve blood tests, MRI, and biopsies. However, in addition to being ...
Augusta Oncology to open in February. Plus, the update on Beacon Bluff: Pilates?
The updated timeline is that Augusta Oncology will open next month in North Augusta with Beacon Bluff property to follow.
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New urine test shows promise for prostate cancer screening
The urine test, called MyProstateScore 2.0, or MPS2, looks at 18 different genes linked to high-grade prostate cancer. The researchers had previously demonstrated that the test was effective in ...
Study shows inherited gene elevates prostate cancer risk in affected families
A study of men with a family history of prostate cancer has discovered an inherited form of prostate cancer. The inherited ...
When ‘Cancer’ Gets in the Way of Treatment
Some oncologists suggest that, for certain early cancers not at risk of spreading, the term “cancer” should be avoided.
Dear Doctor: Man’s prostate tumors are considered small. Shouldn’t he have them removed?
Prostate cancer kills 35,000 men a year, according to Dr. Roach. But not all cancers are treated the same way.
Your Good Health: Prostate cancer patient gets put under surveillance
Some men in your situation will choose surgery, radiation or medication to lower testosterone. Some experts recommend ...
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Prostate cancer patient gets put under active surveillance
I am a 66-year-old white male who is active and relatively healthy. I have recently been diagnosed with prostate cancer.