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The Cecilia Gonzalez De La Hoya Cancer Center at White Memorial Medical Center to Offer FREE Prostate Cancer Screenings on 9/7 PhilBoxing.com Sat, 23 Aug 2008 Every man age 50 and over is at risk! WHAT: The Cecilia Gonzalez De La Hoya Cancer Center at White Memorial Medical Center will offer free prostate cancer screenings on Sunday, September 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The screenings provided will include a free blood draw and digital rectal exams. Hospital physicians will conduct the exams. WHERE: The Cecilia Gonzalez De La Hoya Cancer Center at White Memorial Medical Center, 1720 Cesar E. Chavez Ave., Los Angeles. WHO: The only well established risk factors for prostate cancer are age, ethnicity, and family history of the disease. About 64% of all prostate cancer cases are diagnosed in men age 65 and older. African American men and Jamaican men of African descent have the highest prostate cancer incidence in the world. Recent genetic studies suggest that strong familial predisposition may be responsible for 5-10% of prostate cancers. International studies that a diet high in saturated fat may also be a risk factor. There is some evidence that the risk of dying from prostate cancer may increase with obesity. WHY: An estimated 186,320 new cases will occur in the United States during 2008. Prostate cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in men. WHEN: Sunday, September 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For information please call (323) 260-5825 ### Tips for reducing prostate cancer: Men over age 50 should receive an annual PSA and digital rectal exam as part of their regular annual physical check-up. Individuals at high risk of developing prostate cancer (African Americans or men with a strong family history) should begin screening at age 45. Exercise regularly for better health Maintain a healthy diet with a balance of protein, carbohydrates, fruits and plenty of green leafy vegetables. Avoid foods that are high in sodium and fat. The Cecilia Gonzalez De La Hoya Cancer Center at White Memorial Medical Center utilizes state-of- the-art technology to treat cancer patients. For more information about prostate cancer, please call (323) 260-5825.  |
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