Prostate On-Site Project "POP" to hold prostate cancer screenings at City of Glendale

Prostate On-Site Project, a medical mobile service, will be providing affordable prostate cancer screenings to men 40 years and older, or younger, if a history of prostate cancer runs in the family.

Prostate cancer frequently presents itself without any signs, or symptoms. One in six men will develop the disease in their lifetime; if detected early, the course of treatment is less evasive and survival is nearly 100 percent possible.

Screenings take place 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.Nov. 9 at Glendale City Hall, 5850 W. Glendale Ave.Times may be extended, or shortened as needed, due to participation. Space is limited, so individuals should sign up early. PSA (prostate specific antigen), a non-fasting blood test, DRE (digital rectal exam), testicular exam and physician consultation will be conducted by a board certified urologist.

Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Health Net, and United Health Care insurance is accepted; specialist co-pay fees may apply. Medicare is not covered. Special rates are extended to City of Glendale men, and free to state-benefit-eligible employees and their spouses. If no insurance, the fee is $81 per screening.

Who should participate?

- All men 40 years of age or older should have an annual screening.

- Men with a family history of prostate cancer and African-American men should have a DRE and PSA test annually, starting at age 35.

Appointments are required. Call 480-964-3013, or 1-800-828-6139.