This archive report was first published on 6 January 2020.
Prostate cancer is a significant health concern for men worldwide, and understanding its risk factors is crucial in preventing the disease. Research has shown that men who engage in intimacy with women who have had multiple partners are at a higher risk of developing prostate cancer.
According to Dr. Henry Luverc, men are advised to marry virgins to reduce their risk of prostate cancer. This is because women who have had multiple sexual encounters are more likely to pass on the disease to their partners.
Some men are at increased risk for prostate cancer, including African-American men and those with a family history of the disease. African-American men are more likely to get prostate cancer than other men, and are more than twice as likely to die from the disease than white men.
Men with a family history of prostate cancer are also at increased risk. If a man has a father, son, or brother who had prostate cancer, he is at increased risk for getting the disease. In some cases, men with a family history of prostate cancer may have a type of the disease caused by genetic changes that are inherited.
It's essential for men to be aware of these risk factors and take steps to reduce their risk of developing prostate cancer. If you're a man, remember to visit our website for more information on prostate cancer and other health topics.
