Become aware of prostate cancer
Prostate cancer mainly affects men over 50 and your risk increases as you get older
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, a time to help men learn about prostate cancer and support those who are affected.
Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among men.
Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) is a protein produced by both cancerous (malignant) and non-cancerous (benign) prostate tissue. Cancer cells can cause PSA levels in the blood to rise and that’s why a simple Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) blood test can be used to help detect prostate abnormalities.
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Tips for men regarding cancer:
1. If you are 40 years or older, go for an annual PSA screening to detect possible prostate cancer.
2. Do monthly testicular self-examinations.
3. Don’t smoke! If you currently smoke, get help and quit.
4. Don’t drink more than two standard alcoholic drinks per day.
5. Avoid being overweight.
6. Exercise each day for at least 30 minutes.
7. Eat at least five portions of vegetables and fruit daily.
8. Limit your meat intake to 300g, four times a week.
9. Avoid food that is fatty, sugary, salty and / or processed.
10. Drink enough safe, clean water every day (six to eight glasses).
11. Be safe in the sun; cover up with sunscreen.
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