September is Prostate Health Month

THE PROSTATE NET
Your Source for Free Prostate Cancer Screenings
www.ProstateNet.org or 1.888-4ProsNet (1-888-476-7638)

(AADNEWSWIRE)NEW YORK, Sept. 20, 2004 - In recognition of Prostate Health Month (September), The Prostate Net encourages men to get checked for prostate cancer, the single most diagnosed of all cancers, and the second leading cause of cancer death in men. Earlier this year, hospitals and community leaders joined forces for Going to the Barbershop to Fight Cancer, an award-winning campaign urging men to get checked for prostate cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. Barbers, historically respected as influential leaders in the African American community, have been dubbed "health motivators" by hospital partners, and continue to spread the word in African American neighborhoods nationwide. To learn about free or low-cost prostate cancer screenings in your city or to schedule a Prostate Cancer Awareness Event as part of an upcoming community / church health fair, visit www.ProstateNet.org or call 1.888-4ProsNet (1-888-476-7638).

The Prostate Net: We Provide the Means to Cope, Until There is a Cure. African American men are affected 59% more than white males and have a death rate 128% higher than white men. Latino/Hispanic males have the third highest rates of prostate cancer incidence and death. Medically underserved and low-income groups are usually diagnosed with an advanced stage disease and have limited or no health insurance to pay for treatment. The Prostate Net encourages men to have a PSA test to start the dialogue between doctor and patient to determine "the best standard of care." Thus, men become advocates in their own treatment and long-term wellness. Founded in 1996, www.ProstateNet.org receives more than 80,000 website visits per month from 50 countries and is proud to have the National Medical Association and the American Cancer Society among the growing list of partners in this global health awareness and education campaign.

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