Navigating prostate cancer screening in Canada for marginalized men through PSA screening and guidelines adherence

A call to action for policymakers

Authors

  • Nilanga Aki Bandara University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine
  • Ryan Vethanayagam Abcellera
  • Sandra Kim University of British Columbia Department of Urologic Sciences
  • Marie-Pier St-Laurent University of British Columbia Department of Urologic Sciences; Vancouver Prostate Centre
  • Peter C. Black University of British Columbia Department of Urologic Sciences; Vancouver Prostate Centre
  • Miles Mannas University of British Columbia Department of Urologic Sciences; Vancouver Prostate Centre

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5489/cuaj.8711

Keywords:

Prostate cancer, Marginalized populations, Universal screening, Barrier reduction, Community collaboration

Abstract

Prostate cancer remains a notable public health concern. Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) testing plays a role in screening for prostate cancer. Black and Indigenous men are disproportionately impacted by prostate cancer. Moreover, men from these populations also face other challenges related to the social determinants of health. These challenges can make it difficult for these men to access screening services. Innovative approaches, such as free, universal screening, mobile screening, engaging communities may help improve prostate cancer screening for these populations.

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Published

2024-05-21

How to Cite

Bandara, N. A., Vethanayagam, R., Kim, S., St-Laurent, M.-P., C. Black, P., & Mannas, M. (2024). Navigating prostate cancer screening in Canada for marginalized men through PSA screening and guidelines adherence: A call to action for policymakers. Canadian Urological Association Journal, 18(9), E291–4. https://doi.org/10.5489/cuaj.8711

Issue

Vol. 18 No. 9 (2024): CUAJ September

Section

Research Letter

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