Prostate cancer is the most common form of cancer among men in England, with cases surging by 25 per cent between 2019 and 2023, according to NHS data. It’s also the second-deadliest form of the ...

PSA stands for prostate-specific antigen, a substance naturally produced in prostate tissue. A small amount of PSA regularly sneaks into the bloodstream, and low blood concentration is considered ...

Q: If my doctor won’t order a PSA or other screening test, can I pay for it myself? We are always told about the importance of early detection. So why aren’t screening tests recommended for seniors? I ...

are aged 50 and over and have asked your GP for a test Doctors also check your PSA level as you go through prostate cancer treatment. It can help them see how well treatment is working. Prostate ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 53-year-old healthy male, and I always request to check my PSA levels each year. My 57-year-old brother’s new doctor denied his request for a routine PSA check on their initial ...