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Skin cancer is the most common cancer and until recently lung cancer was the second most common.
One in nine men will develop prostate cancer at some point in their lives. The cause of prostate cancer is unknown. There is however, evidence to suggest that diet may play an important role in its development. To assist early detection, physicians recommend that men over 50 have a regular check-up, including a digital rectal exam to check for changes in the prostate gland. Men are also advised to report to their physicians if they have persistent difficulty or discomfort associated with urination.