American Cancer Society Reports 3% Annual Increase in Prostate Cancer Cases, Urges Earlier Screening
The American Cancer Society (ACS) has reported a concerning trend: prostate cancer cases in the United States increased by approximately 3% annually between 2014 and 2022. This rise is particularly steep for advanced-stage diagnoses. The ACS estimates that in 2026, there will be 333,830 new cases of prostate cancer and 36,320 deaths from the disease. According to William Dahut, MD, chief scientific officer at the ACS, the increase in diagnoses is largely attributed to more men undergoing screening. However, Dr. Dahut emphasizes that for many, especially those at high risk, screening conversations are happening too late. The ACS is using September, Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, to encourage men to discuss their personal risk factors and the appropriateness of screening with their healthcare professionals. 
