PSA test
Coverage of PSA test in the Nexus archive.
- Aging Untold: How to recognize when you’re stuck and grief becomes a barrier
The article discusses prolonged grief as a barrier, emphasizing the importance of seeking help when stuck. It highlights the benefits of creating a personal care manual for aging adults and explores debates around PSA testing for prostate cancer. Additionally, it describes a Tennessee goat ranch using animal therapy for healing.
- PSA testing for prostate cancer: Understanding the debate
PSA testing for prostate cancer detects elevated prostate-specific antigen levels but is controversial due to false positives and non-cancerous causes like enlarged prostates. Experts recommend men aged 55-69 and those at higher risk (family history, African American descent) discuss screening with healthcare providers, as early detection can improve outcomes for aggressive cancers.
- Does the PSA test for prostate cancer save lives? New data reverse gold-standard findings
New data reverses previous findings on the PSA test for prostate cancer, sparking controversy after decades of debate. The test detects a biomarker for a common cancer. Health-evidence reviewers have reversed their recommendation on the blood test.