Men 50-69 should get screened for prostate cancer every 2 years, American Cancer Society says

The American Cancer Society has made a notable change to its guidelines regarding prostate cancer screening, now urging all men to undergo routine testing. According to the society's updated recommendations published on Thursday, men at average risk should receive a PSA test every two years between the ages of 50 and 69. For those at high risk, defined by factors such as race and family history, the society advises beginning testing at age 45, with the frequency of testing potentially increasing to once a year.

Black men, who exhibit a higher incidence of prostate cancer, are specifically recommended to undergo yearly testing starting at age 45. Non-Black men are advised to commence yearly testing from the age of 45 if they have a close relative diagnosed with prostate cancer before the age of 65, or if multiple family members have been affected.

Those with a single affected relative diagnosed at 65 or older are recommended to start PSA screening at age 45, but are advised to undergo testing every two years.