{
  "id": 17706672,
  "title": "Health experts raise concern over sudden deaths, prostate cancer",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/02/health-experts-raise-concern-over-sudden-deaths-prostate-cancer",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-11-02T00:08:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/health-experts-raise-concern-over-sudden-deaths-prostate-cancer/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Medical experts warned of the rising trend of sudden deaths among young Nigerians and the prevalence of prostate cancer among men in the country. During the 2026 Arise Women Conference, cardiologist Dr Jane Ajuluchukwu highlighted that cardiovascular diseases were causing the majority of these sudden deaths, with men aged 40 and above being advised to undergo regular prostate cancer screening. The conference addressed various topics, including sickle cell disease, children's spiritual upbringing, women's empowerment, and humanitarian service.",
  "summary": "Medical experts have raised concerns over increasing cases of sudden deaths among young people and the prevalence of prostate cancer among Nigerian men, urging Nigerians to prioritise regular health checks and early treatment. The experts spoke at the 2026 Arise Women Conference, where a cardiologist, Dr Jane Ajuluchukwu, warned that cardiovascular diseases were claiming the Read More:…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}