Graphic highlighting the risk of prostate cancer for various groups. The image states that 1 in 8 men will get prostate cancer, but this risk increases for men over 50, men with a family history of the disease, and black men.

Most men with early prostate cancer don't have any symptoms. That's why it's important to know the risk factors.

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References

Updated: April 2026 | To be updated: April 2027

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