Black Men in England Face Higher Risk of Late-Stage Prostate Cancer Diagnosis

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A recent analysis by the National Prostate Cancer Audit has revealed alarming statistics regarding prostate cancer diagnoses among black men in England. The study found that black men are diagnosed with advanced stages of prostate cancer at a rate of 440 per 100,000, which is 1.5 times higher than their white counterparts, who have a diagnosis rate of 295 per 100,000.

Additionally, black men in their 60s who experience a later stage diagnosis are 14% less likely to receive life-saving treatments approved for use on the NHS. Prostate cancer remains the most common cancer among British men, with about 52,300 new cases and 12,000 deaths each year.

Prostate Cancer UK is advocating for updated government guidelines, as current policies place the onus on individuals to understand their risk and request tests, despite the higher prevalence of the disease among black men. Keith Morgan, from Prostate Cancer UK, emphasized that the existing guidelines are outdated and do not adequately address the increased risk faced by black men.

Consultant urologist Prof. Frank Chinegwundoh noted the need for a better understanding of why black men are twice as likely to die from prostate cancer in the UK. He pointed out that current guidelines treat all men the same, ignoring the higher risk for certain groups.

In response, the NHS stated that awareness campaigns have led to more early-stage diagnoses among black men. However, the UK National Screening Committee currently does not recommend routine screening for asymptomatic individuals, suggesting that men with a family history or concerning symptoms should contact their GPs for assessment.

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