AGING BETTER: What men need to know about prostate cancer, early detection, and disparities

September marks Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, highlighting the most commonly diagnosed cancer among American men. According to the American Cancer Society, one in eight men will face a prostate cancer diagnosis in their lifetime.

On this week’s episode of the Aging Better podcast, Dr. Martin Sanda, Director of the Prostate Cancer Program at Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University, joined the show to break down what the disease is, why early detection matters, and how new community initiatives are expanding access to lifesaving screenings across Georgia.

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Each week, Cyreia talks with local experts and real people about fitness, nutrition, brain health, preventive care, caregiving, and the money choices that shape independence—breaking it into clear takeaways you can use immediately. Cyreia’s asking the questions you might be too scared to ask your doctor, and getting the answers to help you make healthier choices.