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Well-Done Meat Consumption May Increase Prostate Cancer Risk
Research into the dietary habits of about a thousand men from the Cleveland area has found that a high consumption of meats, especially of red meat prepared by grilling, is positively associated with an increased risk of developing aggressive prostate cancer.  This particular study, which was led by Dr. John Witte of the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), has a number of limitations, but it does add support to other investigations connecting meat consumption with cancer risk.

Toronto researchers speculate regarding a link between prostate cancer and oral contraceptive use
Very preliminary and speculative research, designed to spark further inquires, suggests that there may be a connection between oral contraceptive use and rising rates of prostate cancer.  One theory is that the widespread use of birth-control pills in various populations may result in a higher level of estrogen in the environment, which might, in turn, increase prostate cancer risk.

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2008 Conference Information

The 5th Annual National Conference

Wonderful presentations and celebrations took place at the 5th annual national conference, held in Calgary's Fairmont Palliser Hotel between August 3 and 5, 2008. (Click here to download a copy of the agenda.)

The conference got underway with a reception and welcome dinner. Dr. Digital made the rounds during the reception, reminding all to get the news out about early detection.
The keynote speaker at the welcome dinner was The Honourable Ron Liepert, Minister of Health for Alberta.

Feel free to sample some of the talks and special events, which we have made available on video here.



 
Did you know? Rates of prostate cancer in men are comparable to rates of breast cancer in women. #1in7men.
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