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The number of men being diagnosed with late-stage cancer is increasing, which is alarming.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prostate cancer remains the number 1 cancer among men, with one in 15 men at risk, according to 2019 statistics from the National Cancer Registry (NCR). It often grows slowly and may not cause significant harm, but some types are more aggressive and can spread quickly without treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Early screening and detection enable more effective treatment and a better chance at recovery. Cansa recommends routine Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) blood tests annually, from age 40 for all men at risk to detect prostate abnormalities. High PSA levels may indicate inflammation of the prostate or even cancer. The PSA test may be accompanied by a digital rectal exam. PSA tests are available, by appointment, at Cansa Care Centres nationwide at affordable rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cancer survivor Andreas Kleynhans, diagnosed with grade-1 prostate cancer after a routine check-up, said: \u201cProstate cancer was a big shock, since I was healthy throughout my life. Seven months later the cancer had metastasised (spread) to the hip bone and was now grade-4, meaning this type of cancer could not be healed, but only slowed down and symptoms managed.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>His advice to men: \u201cPlease test PSA levels regularly. Prostate cancer is very curable when it\u2019s detected early. And even when it\u2019s advanced as mine, there is hope. Yes, a digital rectal exam is a bit awkward the first time, but it\u2019s necessary. In the end it\u2019s all about how you think about it and what it can mean for your health. You can\u2019t determine what happens to you, but you can decide how to react to it. I choose to tell my story and make something positive of it.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Colorectal or colon cancer is the second most common cancer in men, with one in 77 diagnosed according to NCR 2019. There is evidence of many younger individuals diagnosed with it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lung cancer is the third most common cancer in men and ranks as the number 1 cause of cancer deaths. There is low awareness of lung cancer in SA, which is why Cansa provides lung cancer information and implements health campaigns to increase education and awareness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Non-Hodgkin\u2019s Lymphoma (NHL) is cancer of the lymphoid tissue, which includes the lymph nodes, spleen and other organs of the immune system. It\u2019s the fourth most common cancer in men and it\u2019s estimated one in 176 men will develop NHL, according to NCR 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Melanoma has replaced bladder cancer as the fifth most common in men, with one in 168 men at risk in their lifetime, showing an overall increase in skin cancer numbers. This may be due to improved screening methods or an overall increase in these numbers. Melanoma is less common than other skin cancers, but it\u2019s the most dangerous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cEarly detection is key when it comes to beating cancer,\u201d Govender pointed out. \u201cRecognise changes in your own body and act on any changes or symptoms that develop, and go for regular screening.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>David Lucas, a prostate cancer survivor and Cansa Relay For Life Global Hero of Hope, encouraged men to reach out for support and use services such as Cansa\u2019s Men Supporting Men groups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWhen it comes to men I have found once they see you are open about your challenges they become more relaxed and freer in asking questions, relaying their fears and anxieties as well as dealing with a disease that has a worldwide brotherhood,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Govender urged people to contact a local Cansa Care Centre to access the support offered. \u201cIf you or a loved one, have been diagnosed with cancer, contact your local care centre to 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