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1st of 4 in our Prostate Cancer Conversation series in partnership with Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. In this discussion Dr. LaTonya Hudson discusses Etiology and Cancer risk factors and cancer survivors share their stories.
Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers among men, but understanding your risk can help you make informed decisions about screening and care.
In this Cancer Conversations webinar, Mayo Clinic experts and community members discuss what causes prostate cancer, who may be at greater risk and why early conversations with a healthcare professional matter. The program also includes personal stories from prostate cancer survivors who share their experiences with diagnosis, treatment, recovery and family support.
Topics include:
• How prostate cancer develops
• Age, family history and inherited risk
• Prostate cancer risk among African American men
• PSA testing and prostate cancer screening
• Lifestyle factors and common myths
• Questions to ask your healthcare professional
• Survivor experiences and lessons learned
• Opportunities to participate in prostate cancer research
This educational program was presented through a partnership between Mayo Clinic Community Outreach and Engagement and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
This video is intended for general education and does not replace personalized medical advice. Talk with your healthcare professional about your individual risk factors and whether prostate cancer screening may be appropriate for you.0:00 Welcome and Prostate Cancer Series Overview
3:01 Webinar Goals, Agenda and Community Education
6:49 Housekeeping and Speaker Introduction
9:20 Understanding Prostate Cancer and Its Risks
12:01 What the Prostate Does
12:47 How Prostate Cancer Develops
14:53 Understanding Modifiable and Inherited Risk Factors
16:20 Age, Race and Prostate Cancer Risk
18:20 Family History, Genetics and Hormones
20:04 Lifestyle Factors and Common Cancer Myths
22:09 Taking Action and Starting Screening Conversations
26:03 Key Takeaways and Audience Questions
27:55 Alaric Gardine’s Prostate Cancer Journey
34:03 Pedro Dash’s Advanced Cancer Experience
45:12 Lessons From Survivor Experiences
46:32 Post-Survey and Community Resources
50:36 Research Participation and Community Engagement
56:05 Vitamin D Prostate Cancer Research Study
59:23 Upcoming Webinars and Closing Guidance
1:03:02 PSA, Gleason Score and Screening Q&A
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1st of 4 in our Prostate Cancer Conversation series in partnership with Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. In this discussion Dr. LaTonya Hudson discusses Etiology and Cancer risk factors and cancer survivors share their stories.
Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers among men, but understanding your risk can help you make informed decisions about screening and care.
In this Cancer Conversations webinar, Mayo Clinic experts and community members discuss what causes prostate cancer, who may be at greater risk and why early conversations with a healthcare professional matter. The program also includes personal stories from prostate cancer survivors who share their experiences with diagnosis, treatment, recovery and family support.
Topics include:
• How prostate cancer develops
• Age, family history and inherited risk
• Prostate cancer risk among African American men
• PSA testing and prostate cancer screening
• Lifestyle factors and common myths
• Questions to ask your healthcare professional
• Survivor experiences and lessons learned
• Opportunities to participate in prostate cancer research
This educational program was presented through a partnership between Mayo Clinic Community Outreach and Engagement and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
This video is intended for general education and does not replace personalized medical advice. Talk with your healthcare professional about your individual risk factors and whether prostate cancer screening may be appropriate for you.0:00 Welcome and Prostate Cancer Series Overview
3:01 Webinar Goals, Agenda and Community Education
6:49 Housekeeping and Speaker Introduction
9:20 Understanding Prostate Cancer and Its Risks
12:01 What the Prostate Does
12:47 How Prostate Cancer Develops
14:53 Understanding Modifiable and Inherited Risk Factors
16:20 Age, Race and Prostate Cancer Risk
18:20 Family History, Genetics and Hormones
20:04 Lifestyle Factors and Common Cancer Myths
22:09 Taking Action and Starting Screening Conversations
26:03 Key Takeaways and Audience Questions
27:55 Alaric Gardine’s Prostate Cancer Journey
34:03 Pedro Dash’s Advanced Cancer Experience
45:12 Lessons From Survivor Experiences
46:32 Post-Survey and Community Resources
50:36 Research Participation and Community Engagement
56:05 Vitamin D Prostate Cancer Research Study
59:23 Upcoming Webinars and Closing Guidance
1:03:02 PSA, Gleason Score and Screening Q&A
From Mayo Clinic to your inbox (free):
mayocl.in/3e71zfi
Visit Mayo Clinic:
mayocl.in/2COVmlm
Connect with Mayo Clinic:
Facebook: facebook.com/mayoclinic
Instagram: instagram.com/mayoclinic
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