Experts Recommend Regular Screening for Prostate Cancer

Medical experts in Kenya are increasingly urging men, especially older adults, to undergo regular prostate cancer screening. According to specialists quoted by Standard Media, screening for prostate cancer — along with other age-related conditions like hypertension and diabetes — is a critical part of preventive healthcare for older adults.
Oncologists in Murang’a County are among those pushing for early prostate checks. They reported that many men delayed testing until the disease had advanced, noting that early detection can save lives and improve treatment outcomes. In the same context, an oncologist in Migori County has encouraged men to take advantage of free PSA (prostate‑specific antigen) screening, stressing that early-stage intervention can make treatment more effective and less costly.
National-level guidance also backs this push. The Kenya National Cancer Screening Guidelines recommend that men aged 40 and above, particularly those of African descent or with a family history of prostate cancer, should consider individualized screening with a PSA test. These guidelines stress the importance of informed decision-making, considering both potential benefits and harms of screening.
To make screening more accessible, some health institutions are reducing costs. For example, AAR Hospital recently cut its prostate cancer screening fees, aiming to encourage more men to get tested early — especially those who might skip checks due to financial barriers.