Timely diagnosis 'can prevent prostate cancer risk'

The risk of prostate cancer is relatively low in the UAE as compared to other countries as it affects approximately one in eight men globally.

- Jamil Khan, Senior Reporter

Men of African descent are more likely to receive a diagnosis of prostate cancer with one in six men being diagnosed with the disease.

New cases rose from 1.4 million cases globally in 2020 to 2.9 million by 2040. Late diagnosis is widespread globally, especially in low-to middle-income countries, where comorbidities such as diabetes and heart diseases are also on the rise.

This was stated by Dr Charles Ryan, Genito-urinary Medical Oncologist at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York City in an email interview with Gulf Today.