What are some of the risk factors?

Having knowledge on risk factors that could lead to the development of prostate cancer is a sure way to always #BeInTheKnow.

With increase in age comes the risk of developing the disease. Did you know that chances increase by 83% once a man turns 50? This is because prostate cancer is age dependent and by that age the risk is approximately 1:7 men. In the event a male member of the family is diagnosed with cancer, any other member of the family has a higher chance of developing the disease as well.

According to research, genetics also play a role in increased chances of prostate cancer development. Genes have a control on how the cells in our bodies function. Although genes can be transferred from parent to child, the prostate cancer cannot be inherited. However, the genes that increase the risk of the disease can.

A change of diet, increase in exercises and annual health checkups can play a huge role in ensuring you maintain your body’s health.

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