Close Menu
Truth Republican
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Guns & Gear
  • Healthy Tips
  • Prepping & Survival
  • Videos
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram
Truth Republican
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Guns & Gear
  • Healthy Tips
  • Prepping & Survival
  • Videos
Newsletter
Truth Republican
You are at:Home»Healthy Tips»Prostate cancer screening after 70: Experts question guidance after Biden’s diagnosis
Healthy Tips

Prostate cancer screening after 70: Experts question guidance after Biden’s diagnosis

Buddy DoyleBy Buddy DoyleJune 2, 2025No Comments4 Mins Read
Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr WhatsApp
Prostate cancer screening after 70: Experts question guidance after Biden’s diagnosis
Share
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Email

Former President Joe Biden’s aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis has raised questions about prevention and detection.

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends that men aged 55 to 69 discuss the potential benefits and risks of PSA (prostate-specific antigen) screening with their healthcare provider and make an individual decision about screening.

They recommend that men over the age of 70 skip screenings altogether.

DR. MARC SIEGEL: BIDEN’S PROSTATE CANCER DIAGNOSIS REVEALS DANGEROUS FLAW IN SCREENING GUIDELINES

The USPSTF is a “commonly used” resource, although other agencies and associations offer varying guidelines, according to Dr. Shawn Dason, a urologic oncologist at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Dason stressed that it’s important for men in their 50s and 60s to confer with their healthcare providers to make shared decisions on screening.

“They should engage in a discussion about the topic of prostate cancer and the role of PSA in screening — and the potential benefits and harms,” he said.

Potential risks of screening and treatment 

There’s a “little bit of variability” in whether men under age 50 and over 70 should be screened due to potential risks, which can include over-treatment or unnecessary treatment, Dason said.

In past decades, “we didn’t really have an understanding of the nuances … about when prostate cancer should be treated and when [it] should just be observed in a protocol called ‘active surveillance,’” he said. 

GLEASON SCORE FOR PROSTATE CANCER: WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT BIDEN’S DIAGNOSIS

It is possible for some men to be over-treated after a diagnosis, he also said.

In certain cases, the cancer may not have led to death or other clinical problems — but the treatment could cause “bothersome” urinary, sexual or bowel-related side effects, Dason said.

PSA test

“You might be diagnosed with a prostate cancer that is not likely to actually cause your death or create any other problem for you,” he said. 

“You might then receive treatment for that prostate cancer — and the treatment might be worse than the actual impact of the cancer itself.”

JOE BIDEN DIAGNOSED WITH ‘AGGRESSIVE FORM’ OF PROSTATE CANCER WITH METASTASIS TO THE BONE

There is “much more limited data” to support that screening over the age of 70 could save a man’s life from prostate cancer, Dason noted, while it’s “pretty clear” that the harms of prostate cancer treatment increase with age.”

Screening could reduce the chance of death in some cases, however, which is why it’s important to have a discussion with a doctor, according to Dason.

Male radiologist is talking to a patient who is about to receive a medical scan for prostate cancer.

Men who don’t have symptoms but are considered of “average population risk” should be screened, he advised.

“Having symptoms is a totally different conversation,” he said. 

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR HEALTH NEWSLETTER

“Generally, when we use the term screening, we’re talking about somebody who is not having any symptoms … They’re having an annual health checkup.”

Screenings for men over age 70

Fox News’ senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel revealed that he’s been “bothered” by the guidelines not recommending routine prostate cancer screening, particularly for those over age 70.

“Studies have shown that use of the PSA has fallen off in men over the age of 40 as a result of the USPSTF recommendation,” he wrote in a recent op-ed for Fox News Digital.

For more Health articles, visit www.foxnews.com/health

“This is particularly disturbing considering that there are over 300,000 new cases of prostate cancer in the U.S. diagnosed every year, with over 35,000 deaths, many of which may be preventable with earlier diagnosis.”

“I am saying that all men over the age of 45 should have this screening. Period. Regardless of age.”

Siegel noted that treatment options have advanced over the years, and are now better tolerated with fewer side effects for patients at various stages and ages.

“Many critics are saying that a president of the United States should have the most aggressive prostate cancer screening regardless simply because he is president,” he said. 

“But I am saying that all men over the age of 45 should have this screening. Period. Regardless of age.”

Doctor talking with his patient while show a x-ray image on a doctor's office. To be used in piece about prostate cancer screenings

Dason agreed that some men aged 70 and older are appropriate candidates for screening.

“If you’re in good health, and you’re going to have a reasonable life expectancy, the diagnosis of [a serious] prostate cancer could have a big impact on extending that life or improving your quality of life.”

By contrast, men who are not great candidates due to health issues and limited life expectancy face greater harm from a screening than benefit, he clarified.

“I would encourage men to think about their situation and have a conversation with their medical provider.”

Read the full article here

Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email
Previous ArticleTrump calls out Putin, accuses China of not honoring trade deal terms during 19th week in office
Next Article LARRY KUDLOW: Protecting Trump’s golden age

Related Articles

Afternoon napping could have surprising impact on longevity, study suggests

Afternoon napping could have surprising impact on longevity, study suggests

July 1, 2025
Gut microbes could be key to fighting toxic, long-lasting ‘forever chemicals,’ research says

Gut microbes could be key to fighting toxic, long-lasting ‘forever chemicals,’ research says

July 1, 2025
Best and worst breads for your health, according to nutrition experts

Best and worst breads for your health, according to nutrition experts

July 1, 2025
Top cosmetic procedures revealed in new report: What’s trending and why

Top cosmetic procedures revealed in new report: What’s trending and why

June 30, 2025
Living near a golf course is linked to Parkinson’s risk in new study as some cite limitations

Living near a golf course is linked to Parkinson’s risk in new study as some cite limitations

June 30, 2025
Controversial seed oils may offer unexpected health benefits, new research shows

Controversial seed oils may offer unexpected health benefits, new research shows

June 30, 2025
4 tips to get a better night’s sleep during sweltering summer temperatures

4 tips to get a better night’s sleep during sweltering summer temperatures

June 30, 2025
Ancient ‘pharaoh’s curse’ fungus shows promise in killing cancer cells

Ancient ‘pharaoh’s curse’ fungus shows promise in killing cancer cells

June 29, 2025
Billionaire’s death after swallowing bee raises questions about rare cardiac reaction

Billionaire’s death after swallowing bee raises questions about rare cardiac reaction

June 28, 2025
Don't Miss
Top 10 Best Solar Generators 2021| Best Portable Power Station 2021!

Top 10 Best Solar Generators 2021| Best Portable Power Station 2021!

Trump Vs. Musk: “Big, Beautiful Bill” Feud Sparks Overnight Political Firestorm

Trump Vs. Musk: “Big, Beautiful Bill” Feud Sparks Overnight Political Firestorm

Grocery chain recalls chocolate treats due to undeclared allergen

Grocery chain recalls chocolate treats due to undeclared allergen

Fox News Politics Newsletter: Congress to conclude Trump’s signature bill

Fox News Politics Newsletter: Congress to conclude Trump’s signature bill

Latest News
TOP 10 BEST TACTICAL GEAR REVIEWS 2021

TOP 10 BEST TACTICAL GEAR REVIEWS 2021

July 1, 2025
Fed Chair Powell confirms tariff concerns prevented interest rate cuts so far this year

Fed Chair Powell confirms tariff concerns prevented interest rate cuts so far this year

July 1, 2025
House Republican files amendment to revert Trump-endorsed ‘big, beautiful bill’ back to initial House version

House Republican files amendment to revert Trump-endorsed ‘big, beautiful bill’ back to initial House version

July 1, 2025
Michele Tafoya claims ‘jealousy’ led to Caitlin Clark’s shocking WNBA player vote: ‘It’s so dumb’

Michele Tafoya claims ‘jealousy’ led to Caitlin Clark’s shocking WNBA player vote: ‘It’s so dumb’

July 1, 2025
TOP 5 BEST SURVIVAL KITS ON AMAZON 2021

TOP 5 BEST SURVIVAL KITS ON AMAZON 2021

July 1, 2025
Copyright © 2025. Truth Republican. All rights reserved.
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of use
  • Contact

Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.