Akin is listed in good condition. Due to early detection, the Congressman is expected to have a full recovery. Today's surgery was moved from April 13th due to availability in scheduling. The surgery was scheduled to coincide with Congress being on spring recess.
Prostate cancer is the most common form of cancer diagnosed in American men.
According to the ACS, early detection is key to successful treatment. Prostate cancer recovery is nearly 100 percent when detected early at a local or regional stage. The American Cancer Society recommends that men over 50 years of age receive an annual exam for the early detection of prostate cancer. Those at high risk should begin testing at 45 years of age.