Contact: Sharon Selz
(414) 977-5064; sselz@stanncenter.org
Get the latest research on a cancer hitting hard among men of color.
Prostate cancer detection and treatment will be discussed at this month’s Science Café—a free speaker series at St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care-Bucyrus Campus, 2450 W. North Ave. “Prostate Cancer: What the Future Holds” is set for Tuesday, Sept. 26, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m., and is sponsored by the Medical College of Wisconsin’s Clinical & Translational Science Institute.
The discussion will be led by Dr. Laurens Holmes, who has researched prostate cancer screening, early detection, and chemoprevention with antioxidants for communities of color. He will give an overview of the disease and how early diagnosis affects treatment, recovery and survival. The presentation will cover screening, risk factors, symptoms, cancer types, treatment and prevention of the disease.
Prostate cancer is most common among African-Americans, followed by Caucasians and Hispanics, and is least common among Asians. Research data demonstrates that if African-American males start at age 40 and Caucasian males at age 45 to get annual prostate exams, the likelihood of untimely deaths from the disease may be considerably lower.
Science Cafe, generally held the last Tuesday of each month, explores a variety of health topics. Health professionals can get Continuing Medical Education (CME) credit for attending. Light refreshments will be served.
To learn more, call (414) 210-2430, or visit https://ctsi.mcw.edu/event/science-cafe-prostate-cancer-what-the-future-holds/.
