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PSA Test Remains Generally, the PSA screening is encouraged in men Free Prostate Cancer Screenings

Appropriate Prostate Cancer between the ages of 40 and 75, and in men with an Cleveland Clinic Martin Health is offering free prostate
increased risk of prostate cancer. Since PSA testing was
screenings on Tuesday, Sept. 28, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at
Screening For Many Men introduced in 1987, deaths from prostate cancer have the Robert and Carol Weissman Cancer Center located at
501 E. Osceola St. in Stuart. Appointments are required
dropped 40 percent.
While there’s debate over the need for the prostate-specific “The PSA test is not perfect and it doesn’t tell the and space is limited. Call (772) 223-5948, Ext. 13736.
antigen (PSA) test to screen for prostate cancer, doctors at whole story,” says Dr. Mues. That’s because many men
Cleveland Clinic Florida say PSA testing is still appropriate have elevated PSA levels, but do not have prostate cancer.
for many men. In addition, low levels of PSA don’t necessarily rule Dancing With The Martin Stars from page 1
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men, and out the possibility of cancer. Cleveland Clinic Florida
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Maggie Slobasky and Fabi Gonzalez

Shaun Kelly and Randy Pennington

Rosi Shepard and Casey Cass of Casco Tools, the title
sponsor, pop open the balloon to reveal who their dance
coach will be.

Stars enjoyed a kickoff reception. Left to right: Maggie
Slobasky and Fabi Gonzalez, Andrea Levy and Patty
Morris, Randy Pennington and Shaun Kelly; back row,
Casey Cass and Rosi Shepard. Also participating are
See answer in this paper. Rachel Terlizzi and Cheree Ramirez.