Prostate Cancer: What You Need to Know (2024 Updates)
September 17, 2024
A Conversation with Dr. Russell Owens
Presented by the PA Cancer Coalition Men’s Health Work Group, Pennsylvania Department of Health, UPMC, and Latino Connection, a Color & Culture Catalyst
1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths.
Check out the webinar recording and slides from our virtual lunchtime conversation with UPMC Urologist Dr. Russell Owens to learn and ask questions about men’s health, prostate health, prostate cancer screening recommendations, and advancements in treatment.
Topics include:
- Prostate cancer overview
- Types of prostate cancer screenings
- Screening recommendations (e.g. age, family history, frequency)
- Risk factors and protective factors
- Finding and getting screenings and care
- Advancements in treatment
- Questions for your doctor
About Dr. Russell Owens
Dr. Russell Owens has over 30 years of Urology, men’s health and prostate cancer experience. He graduated in 1983 with a BA in Chemistry from Gettysburg College. He earned his medical degree from Penn State College of Medicine in 1987. He is a full-time Urologist and Chairman of Surgery for UPMC in the Central PA Region. He has a special interest in prostate cancer and robotic surgery, and a passion for prevention and educating communities about the importance of men’s health issues.
For more information, please contact Dr. Sean McCormick, Associate Director of Public Health Programs at smccormick@latinoconnection.org.