Monday, May 21, 2012

From The Business Journals: Men's Health Network opposes recommendation against PSA prostate screening test

http://www.bizjournals.com/prnewswire/press_releases/2012/05/21/DC11305


Men's Health Network and Veterans Health Council Oppose Final USPSTF Recommendation Against Prostate Cancer Screening

PR Newswire
Deeply flawed process produces a dangerous and life-threatening recommendation
"WASHINGTONMay 21, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Men's Health Network (MHN) and the Veterans Health Council are strongly opposing the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) final recommendation against the use of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) testing in the early detection of prostate cancer.  The PSA test, used with a DRE (digital rectal exam), is the only method currently available for the early detection of prostate cancer."

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