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Prostate cancer and prostate health
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in Australian men aged 55 and over. Find out more about the causes, signs, symptoms and treatments of prostate cancer and other prostate problems with this selection of articles.
Alcohol linked to cancer risk
Drinking alcohol often (3 or more days per week) increases cancer risk by nearly a third in women, while men's risk is linked to amount consumed, a study shows.
Alcohol a risk for prostate cancer
A study has shown that regular alcohol consumption increases the risk of prostate cancer.
Animation: prostate enlargement
View our animation to see the effects prostate enlargement, a common problem in older men.
Circumcision may protect against prostate cancer
Circumcision in childhood may protect against prostate cancer later in life for men.
Erectile dysfunction a risk with all prostate cancer treatments
All treatments for early prostate cancer, including hormone therapy and brachytherapy (radioactive 'seed' therapy), carry a risk of impotence (erectile dysfunction), an Australian survey shows.
Free prostate cancer guide now available
A free book called Localised prostate cancer: a guide for men and their families has been prepared by the Australian Prostate Cancer Collaboration.
Movember
Movember is a moustache-growing charity event to raise funds and awareness of men's health issues such as prostate cancer and depression.
Pelvic floor muscle exercises for men
Pelvic floor muscle exercises can help to restore bladder control after treatments for prostate cancer.
Prostate cancer linked with early balding
Men with male pattern hair loss at a young age may face a higher risk of developing prostate cancer, a study suggests.
Prostate cancer screening does not reduce deaths
PSA screening for prostate cancer failed to reduce prostate cancer deaths, a study has found, adding to concern about its overall benefit.
Prostate cancer tests
Find out about the screening tests available for prostate cancer.
Prostate cancer treatment
Find out about the treatment options for prostate cancer.
Prostate cancer: causes and symptoms
Read about the causes and symptoms of prostate cancer.
Prostate cancer: diagnosis
What tests are used in the diagnosis of prostate cancer? Find out here.
Prostate cancer: prognosis
Prostate cancer prognosis and treatment is determined by the stage and grade (Gleason score) of the cancer.
Prostate cancer: seeking support
Find out how to get support when you have prostate cancer.
Prostate cancer: surgery side effects
Prostate cancer surgery can have side effects such as impotence or incontinence, however, newer nerve-sparing techniques reduce the risk of erectile dysfunction.
Prostate cancer: what is it?
Find out what prostate cancer is.
Prostate cancer: who should be tested?
Information from the Cancer Council on prostate cancer screening.
Prostate enlargement
Find out about prostate enlargement - the symptoms, complications, causes and treatments.
Prostate problems: benign prostatic hypertrophy
Find out all about benign prostatic hypertrophy: what it is, how it's diagnosed and what you and your doctor can do to help.
Prostate specific antigen (PSA) tests
Find out all about the prostate specific antigen (PSA) test - a test to look for or monitor prostate cancer in men.
The prostate
Find out all about the prostate, the small gland that causes health problems for many men.
Urinary incontinence explained
Urinary incontinence is involuntary leakage of urine caused by poor bladder control. Find out about the causes and treatments available.
Urinary incontinence: tips
If you are experiencing symptoms of urinary incontinence some of these suggestions may help.
Vitamin E raises prostate cancer risk
Men taking vitamin E supplements had a 17 per cent increased risk of prostate cancer, a study has found.
Weight gain linked to aggressive prostate cancer
Men who gain weight in adulthood have a higher risk of more aggressive prostate cancer and death, Australian researchers suggest.
World Continence Week
In World Continence Week, the Continence Foundation of Australia and its branches organise activities to raise awareness of bladder and bowel health.
Drinking alcohol often (3 or more days per week) increases cancer risk by nearly a third in women, while men's risk is linked to amount consumed, a study shows.
Alcohol a risk for prostate cancer
A study has shown that regular alcohol consumption increases the risk of prostate cancer.
Animation: prostate enlargement
View our animation to see the effects prostate enlargement, a common problem in older men.
Circumcision may protect against prostate cancer
Circumcision in childhood may protect against prostate cancer later in life for men.
Erectile dysfunction a risk with all prostate cancer treatments
All treatments for early prostate cancer, including hormone therapy and brachytherapy (radioactive 'seed' therapy), carry a risk of impotence (erectile dysfunction), an Australian survey shows.
Free prostate cancer guide now available
A free book called Localised prostate cancer: a guide for men and their families has been prepared by the Australian Prostate Cancer Collaboration.
Movember
Movember is a moustache-growing charity event to raise funds and awareness of men's health issues such as prostate cancer and depression.
Pelvic floor muscle exercises for men
Pelvic floor muscle exercises can help to restore bladder control after treatments for prostate cancer.
Prostate cancer linked with early balding
Men with male pattern hair loss at a young age may face a higher risk of developing prostate cancer, a study suggests.
Prostate cancer screening does not reduce deaths
PSA screening for prostate cancer failed to reduce prostate cancer deaths, a study has found, adding to concern about its overall benefit.
Prostate cancer tests
Find out about the screening tests available for prostate cancer.
Prostate cancer treatment
Find out about the treatment options for prostate cancer.
Prostate cancer: causes and symptoms
Read about the causes and symptoms of prostate cancer.
Prostate cancer: diagnosis
What tests are used in the diagnosis of prostate cancer? Find out here.
Prostate cancer: prognosis
Prostate cancer prognosis and treatment is determined by the stage and grade (Gleason score) of the cancer.
Prostate cancer: seeking support
Find out how to get support when you have prostate cancer.
Prostate cancer: surgery side effects
Prostate cancer surgery can have side effects such as impotence or incontinence, however, newer nerve-sparing techniques reduce the risk of erectile dysfunction.
Prostate cancer: what is it?
Find out what prostate cancer is.
Prostate cancer: who should be tested?
Information from the Cancer Council on prostate cancer screening.
Prostate enlargement
Find out about prostate enlargement - the symptoms, complications, causes and treatments.
Prostate problems: benign prostatic hypertrophy
Find out all about benign prostatic hypertrophy: what it is, how it's diagnosed and what you and your doctor can do to help.
Prostate specific antigen (PSA) tests
Find out all about the prostate specific antigen (PSA) test - a test to look for or monitor prostate cancer in men.
The prostate
Find out all about the prostate, the small gland that causes health problems for many men.
Urinary incontinence explained
Urinary incontinence is involuntary leakage of urine caused by poor bladder control. Find out about the causes and treatments available.
Urinary incontinence: tips
If you are experiencing symptoms of urinary incontinence some of these suggestions may help.
Vitamin E raises prostate cancer risk
Men taking vitamin E supplements had a 17 per cent increased risk of prostate cancer, a study has found.
Weight gain linked to aggressive prostate cancer
Men who gain weight in adulthood have a higher risk of more aggressive prostate cancer and death, Australian researchers suggest.
World Continence Week
In World Continence Week, the Continence Foundation of Australia and its branches organise activities to raise awareness of bladder and bowel health.
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