Get Screened

Who should get screened?

  • Men 50 and over.

  • Men 45 and over who are at high risk of developing prostate cancer. Men at high risk are African American men and men who have a first-degree relative (father or brother) diagnosed with prostate cancer at an early age (before 65).

  • Men 40 and over who are at an even higher risk of developing prostate cancer. Men at a higher risk are those with more than one first-degree relative diagnosed with prostate cancer at an early age.

Why should you get screened?

  • Prostate cancer can be an aggressive and deadly disease. One in eight men will get prostate cancer in their lifetime, and behind lung cancer, prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death for men.

  • By getting screened for prostate cancer, you can treat the cancer early and increase your chance at survival.

Where can I get screened for prostate cancer?

The following organizations all have local doctors who can screen you for prostate cancer. Click on the links below to learn more about your options and to book an appointment.

What does prostate cancer screening look like?

Doctors will likely perform a PSA blood test. A digital rectal exam may also be administered with

the blood tests. Depending on your results, doctors may choose to perform a rectal exam (if one

was not already administered), further blood tests, or an imaging test via an MRI or ultrasound.

These tests all check for abnormalities; however, a prostate biopsy will likely be necessary to

officially diagnose prostate cancer.