Prostate Cancer Screening

New Island Hospital is offering free Prostate Cancer Screening on Saturday, September 13, 2008 from 9 am to 1 pm, in the Ambulatory Surgery area of the hospital. Laboratory staff will perform PSA blood tests. Qualified Urologists on the medical staff of the hospital, will exam those who wish to have a digital exam.

•·         Age: Age is the main risk factor for prostate cancer. This disease is rare in men younger than 45. The chance of getting it goes up sharply as a man gets older. In the United States, most men with prostate cancer are older than 65.

•·         Family history: A man's risk is higher if his father or brother had prostate cancer.

•·         Race: Prostate cancer is more common in African American men than in white men, including Hispanic men. It is less common in Asian and American Indian men.

•·         Certain prostate changes: Men with cells called high-grade prostatic intraepithelial neoplasia (PIN) may be at increased risk for prostate cancer. These prostate cells look abnormal under a microscope.

•·         Diet: Some studies suggest that men who eat a diet high in animal fat or meat may be at increased risk for prostate cancer. Men who eat a diet rich in fruits and vegetables may have a lower risk.

     To schedule an appointment please call Community Relations at 516.520.2487.