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Prostate Cancer and Occupation

The relationship between occupation and the risk of prostate cancer.

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Jan 20, 2026

What mechanisms have laboratory studies identified that could link ejaculation frequency to reduced prostate cancer risk?

Laboratory and translational reviews identify several plausible biological routes that could link higher ejaculation frequency to lower prostate cancer (PCa) risk: mechanical clearance of prostatic se...

Jan 12, 2026

What are the main risk factors for prostate cancer in men?

The principal, well-established risk factors for prostate cancer are advancing age, race/ethnicity (notably higher risk in men of African descent), and a family history or inherited genetic mutations;...