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The American Cancer Society updated its prostate cancer screening guidance.
The new guidance recommends regular PSA screening for average-risk men ages 50 to 69 and earlier, more frequent screening for some men at higher risk. It also advises men to discuss screening with a doctor and recommends confirming elevated PSA results before considering a biopsy.
What the reports agree on
- The American Cancer Society issued updated guidance on prostate cancer screening. CBS News, The Hill, Ars Technica
- The guidance recommends regular screening for average-risk men ages 50 to 69. The Hill, CBS News, Ars Technica
- The guidance recommends that Black men begin yearly screening at age 45. The Hill, CBS News, Ars Technica
- The guidance recommends that men with a strong family history begin screening at age 45. The Hill, CBS News, Ars Technica
Where reports differ
- CBS News says men should discuss screening with a doctor at age 70, that screening is no longer recommended at age 75, and that some healthy men ages 75 to 79 may choose to continue. CBS News
- Ars Technica says men ages 70 to 74 should consult their doctor about continuing screening and that screening is not recommended for men 75 and older. Ars Technica
Reported by one outlet
- Dr. Céline Gounder explained how the screening guidelines are changing. CBS News
- The American Cancer Society estimates that nearly 334,000 U.S. men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2026 and more than 36,320 will die from it. Ars Technica
The original reports
- Ars Technica In reversal, American Cancer Society urges prostate cancer tests for all men
- CBS News Regular prostate cancer screening recommended in new guidelines
- The Hill American Cancer Society recommends regular prostate cancer testing in updated guidelines
- CBS News How men can guard against prostate cancer