What Are the Barriers to Early Detection of Prostate Cancer for Black Men in the UK?

2025/02/01 by Muhammad Haider, Stafford Scott, Apple Dumagat +3 · 1 voice · 1 citation
Medicine · #Colorectal Cancer Screening and Detection #Global Cancer Incidence and Screening #Prostate Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment

paper · pdf · doi:10.1002/tre.12003

openalex publication_date 2025/02/01 · openalex created_date 2025/10/10 · openalex updated_date 2026/07/23

Abstract

ABSTRACT Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in UK men, with Black men facing higher incidence and mortality rates compared to White men. Genetic and societal factors contribute to these disparities, but the exact causes remain unclear. Current screening guidelines do not address ethnic differences in outcomes, and barriers to early detection for Black men include medical mistrust, cultural stigmas and lack of awareness. Coordinated and strategic efforts will be needed to address these barriers, focusing on generating high‐quality evidence for early detection, rebuilding trust and expanding access to diagnostic services.

Citations

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