Morning Medical Moment—Prostate Screening and Children’s High Blood Pressure Save Email Print
Posted: 4:05 AM Aug 5, 2008
Last Updated: 8:42 AM Aug 5, 2008

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Experts have released new guidelines stating certain men should not be screened for prostate cancer.
The US Preventive Services Task Force now recommends against PSA screening tests for men over age 75.
PSA is a marker for prostate cancer. Experts say evidence shows early detection of the disease among these men does not lead to a lower risk of death.
They are still determining if men under age 75 benefit from the test.
They say men concerned about their prostate health should talk to their doctor to determine the best screening options.
And in other medical news...
Children at risk for high blood pressure might benefit from round-the-clock monitoring devices, according to a new statement from the American Heart Association.
Experts say wearing a device that checks blood pressure at least once an hour for one day may help determine whether children need to be treated for high blood pressure.
Studies show 22 to 88 percent of children experience white coat hypertension -- where their blood pressure spikes at the doctor's office but not at home.
Experts say having high blood pressure at a young age greatly increases the risk of heart problems later on in life.

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