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Statin may mask risk in cancer patients
Date: 2009-05-08 00:00:00

Besides their use in lowering cholesterol, statins have been shown to lower prostate-specific antigen (PSA) in healthy men, and possibly reduce their risk for developing prostate cancer. However, a new study by researchers at Henry Ford Hospital found that statins lower PSA levels even if the patient already has cancer, which could mask the disease from detection by the PSA test.... Full Story

Using statins may reduce risk for prostate cancer
Date: 2009-05-15 00:00:00

Using statins, long known for their ability to reduce cholesterol in patients, may also help reduce prostate cancer, according to a study presented at the American Urologic Association Annual Meeting in Chicago.... Full Story

American Urological Association recommends PSA tests at age 40
Date: 2009-05-22 00:00:00

The American Urological Association (AUA) has issued new guidelines on prostate cancer screening, recommending that well-informed men aged 40 years or older who have a life expectancy of at least 10 years should be offered the PSA test.... Full Story

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