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Black Men And Prostate Cancer By The Numbers Infographic
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BLACK MEN AND PROSTATE CANCER BY THE NUMBERS
EVERY
EVERY DAY NEARLY
BLACK MEN WILL BE DIAGNOSED WITH PROSTATE CANCER IN THEIR LIFETIME 1 in 6
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A BLACK MAN IS DIAGNOSED WITH PROSTATE CANCER
BLACK MEN DIE OF PROSTATE CANCER
ONLY 33% OF BLACK MEN 50 OR OLDER HAD A PSA TEST IN 2018.
BLACK MEN ARE 1.7x MORE LIKELY TO BE DIAGNOSED WITH PROSTATE CANCER THAN WHITE MEN BLACK MEN ARE 2.1x MORE LIKELY TO DIE FROM PROSTATE CANCER THAN WHITE MEN
PROSTATE CANCER SURVIVORS ALIVE IN THE USA 3.1+ MILLION TODAY, THERE ARE
BLACK MEN IN THE U.S. AND CARIBBEAN HAVE THE HIGHEST DOCUMENTED PROSTATE CANCER INCIDENCE RATES IN THE WORLD.
About 41,600 Black men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer About 6,040 Black men are expected to die from prostate cancer in
THE GOOD NEWS IS...
Over 99% of Black men diagnosed with prostate cancer caught early will be alive in five years . YEARS 5 5 4 1 2 3
2022
WHAT CAN I DO?
KNOW YOUR RISK
RISK QUIZ
TALK ABOUT SCREENING FIND A DOCTOR YOU TRUST
SPREAD THE WORD
TALKTO FRIENDS AND FAMILY
RISK FACTORS
Are you Black?
RACE
Are you a Veteran?
FAMILY HISTORY
AGING
Did your father or brother have prostate cancer?
DIET
GENE CHANGES
Are you over the age of 65?
Screening for prostate cancer is done with a simple blood test and a physical exam.
CHEMICAL EXPOSURE
THE NATIONAL COMPREHENSIVE CANCER NETWORK (NCCN) RECOMMENDS THAT BLACK MEN AND INDIVIDUALSWITH A FAMILY HISTORY SHOULD BEGIN HAVING THESE CONVERSATIONS WITH THEIR DOCTOR AS EARLY AS AGE 40.
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY. CANCER FACTS & FIGURES FOR AFRICAN AMERICAN/ BLACK PEOPLE 2022-2024. ATLANTA: AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY, 2022.
ZERO is committed to bridging the gap between racial and health disparities in prostate cancer among Black men. In order to achieve our mission to end prostate cancer, we must also zero out racial disparities in prostate cancer. zerocancer.org/racial-disparities/
AFTER TESTING
If prostate cancer is suspected as a result of either the blood test or physical exam, a biopsy or further testing may be performed. If prostate cancer is confirmed, additional tests may be done to learn more about the tumor to determine treatment options.
DIRECT ASSISTANCE
ZERO360: Comprehensive Patient Support 1-844-244-1309 (Toll-Free): zerocancer.org/zero360
ZERO360 is a free, comprehensive service, staffed by case managers who help patients and their families navigate insurance, find financial aid resources, connect with support services, and secure access to care. ZERO Drive: zerocancer.org/drive Transportation-related financial assistance is available to current prostate cancer patients.* Check the website to see if ZERO Drive is available in your state. More states will be added to the program soon. *While funds are available.
PEER SUPPORT
ZERO Connect is a Facebook-based support group for participants to share stories, ask questions, and connect. Invite- only Facebook groups also exist for Black Men and Caregivers. The Inspire Online Support Community ( inspire.com/groups/ zero-prostate-cancer ) connects patients, families, friends, and caregivers to enhance the quality of life for all those affected by prostate cancer. MENtor is a peer support network at zerocancer.org/mentor . ZERO’s trained, volunteer MENtors have a wealth of insights to share based on their experiences. The ZERO Caregiver Connector Program at zerocancer.org/caregiver-connector matches prostate cancer caregivers with others who have been in similar situations. Us TOO Support Groups: zerocancer.org/get-support/peer- support/us-too-support-groups In-person and virtual support groups are available. Groups are also available through the Black Men’s Prostate Cancer Initiative, a program that provides prostate cancer education resources and support groups for Black men. Other groups include Veterans, Gay Men and their Partners (All LGBTQIA+ welcome), Caregivers, Spanish Language, Deaf Men, and more.