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Thursday, September 08, 2011  Phoebe to hold free screenings for prostate cancer in an event entitled “Prostate Defense Begins at 40”.

Saturday, June 18, 2011  Of all the gifts a man can receive on Father's Day, there is little more precious than the peace of mind that comes with knowing they’re healthy.

Friday, March 11, 2011  Approximately one in every 20 adults in the United States has survived cancer according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and National Cancer Institute.

Saturday, October 23, 2010  City Commissioner Jon Howard hosted a town hall meeting Saturday focusing on understanding prostate cancer.

Wednesday, September 29, 2010  'Men at Work' is a partnership between the Phoebe Cancer Center, the Water, Gas and Light Commission, and other organizations providing free prostate screenings, information, and even massages to employees of Albany, Dougherty County.

Tuesday, September 28, 2010  Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital is sponsoring the fifth annual “Men At Work” program which provides free health screenings for men.

Saturday, September 11, 2010  Phoebe Putney held free prostate screenings on Saturday. Doctors say early detection helps save lives.

Tuesday, February 16, 2010  Palmyra is reducing the cost of mammograms and prostate exams during the month of February.

Thursday, July 09, 2009  Chronic diseases are the most common causes of death in men aged 45 years and older.  The report finds men's health habits weren't very good.

Thursday, June 18, 2009  Consumer advocates threaten to sue Bayer over vitamins claiming to prevent cancer

Wednesday, March 18, 2009  Does prostate cancer screening save lives? Two big studies don't end debate over test.

Tuesday, March 10, 2009  Study: PSA tests often find prostate cancer too slow-growing to be life-threatening.