Prostate cancer

The latest news and patient stories about prostate cancer from Sharp HealthCare experts and our Sharp Health News writers and contributors.

Standing guard over men’s health — and his own

A simple blood test, an unexpected result — for 83-year-old security guard Alan Hamilt, a routine checkup led to a life-saving diagnosis.

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From patient to advocate: Eddie’s prostate cancer journey

Eddie learned the importance of compassion while working at Sharp, which would prove to be valuable in his next chapter as an advocate for men’s health.

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Advances in prostate cancer treatment

Since the 1990s, advances in diagnosis and the precision of treatments have helped reduce the prostate cancer death rate by half.

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Genetic counseling helps assess prostate cancer risk

Advances in genetic testing helps pinpoint effective prostate cancer treatments for patients, while also identifying future risks.

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Debunking prostate cancer myths

Although common, prostate cancer is still misunderstood, keeping many men from getting screened and catching it early.

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Program offers hope to patients with prostate cancer (video)

Pluvicto, a cutting-edge molecular therapy, targets cancer cells and has fewer side effects for patients.

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What to learn from Joe Biden’s prostate cancer diagnosis

Former President Joe Biden’s diagnosis of an aggressive form of prostate cancer shines a light on controversial guidelines to stop screening as men age.

Two strokes, exceptional care, life saved

Joseph Purcell was at Sharp Memorial Hospital when he experienced his second of two strokes within a few weeks.

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