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Report on Prostate Cancer in Black Men: Fears, Testing Barriers, Historical Mistrust, Awareness Needs, and Advanced Treatments at Cleveland Clinic Introduction Prostate cancer disproportionately affects Black men, who face higher incidence (1 in 6 lifetime risk), more aggressive disease, and over twice the mortality rate compared to white men. Diagnosed three years earlier on average, Black men are often diagnosed at advanced stages (III/IV), contributing to poorer outcomes. This report examines the fears, barriers to testing, historical mistrust, and the critical need for awareness among Black men, alongside advanced evaluation and treatment options, with a focus on Cleveland Clinic’s innovative approaches. Fears Associated with Prostate Cancer Fear of Diagnosis and Stigma : Prostate cancer’s link to intimate health issues fuels stigma, deterring Black men from seeking diagnosis due to embarrassment and fear of a cancer diagnosis. Treatment Side Effects : Concerns about incontinence a...