KAN: Prostate Cancer is the Second Most Common Tumor Among Men in Kuwait

Dr. Khaled Al-Saleh, Chairman of the Campaign’s Board of Directors, affirmed that prostate cancer ranks second among the most common cancers in men in Kuwait, emphasizing the importance of intensifying awareness efforts, particularly among older age groups, given the link between higher incidence rates and aging.

Al-Saleh noted that statistics from the Epidemiology and Cancer Registry Department at the Kuwait Cancer Control Center for 2022 recorded 77 new cases among Kuwaiti males out of a total of 478 cancer cases, and 73 cases among non-Kuwaiti males out of a total of 475 cases, underscoring the need to continue awareness efforts.

He added that the campaign’s slogan embodies the importance of knowledge as the first step toward ensuring health, by raising awareness of the disease, its risk factors, and potential symptoms, and encouraging men not to hesitate in consulting a specialist physician.

He called on men, especially as they age, to pay attention to their health and discuss appropriate screenings with their doctors, including the Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) test, stressing that the decision to undergo screening and interpret its results should be made in consultation with a physician, taking into account age, medical history, and risk factors.

He pointed out that the campaign will feature a series of awareness activities throughout November, including lectures and exhibitions in hospitals and health centers, alongside the dissemination of educational materials via social media platforms and the distribution of brochures and leaflets, aiming to reach all segments of society.

Al-Saleh emphasized that awareness, health attention, and consulting specialists are crucial steps toward early detection and optimal management of the disease.