Usually occurring in older men, prostate cancer forms in tissues of the prostate (a gland in the male reproductive system found below the bladder and in front of the rectum). According to the National Cancer Institute (NCI), experts estimate that in the United States alone, 2008 will see more than 186,000 new cases of prostate cancer and over 28,000 prostate-cancer deaths.
Notes NCI, “Prostate cancer is the second most common type of cancer among men in this country. Only skin cancer is more common. Out of every three men who are diagnosed with cancer each year, one is diagnosed with prostate cancer.” The following articles will help you take the necessary steps to avoid prostate cancer if possible, and if not, deal with a diagnosis in an effective way.
