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The simple answer to this question is “Yes”! (If you are a man, that is.) Approximately one man in six will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during the course of a lifetime; one of every thirty-six men will die from the disease. However, some genetic or lifestyle factors put certain men at a higher risk than others.

If you believe you may be at risk for prostate cancer, you should apply for a supplemental cancer insurance policy on CancerPlans.com. Cancer insurance provides a lump sum benefit upon first diagnosis of prostate cancer, giving you extra money to pay for cancer treatments, medical bills or living expenses.

Below are some of the top indicators of potential prostate cancer.

Age. The older you are, the more likely you are to contract prostate cancer. Risk increases significantly after age 50; about two-thirds of all prostate cancer cases are diagnosed in men over 65.

Race. Scientists are still trying to discover why African-American men are diagnosed with prostate cancer 60% more frequently than white American men are. Interestingly, African men living in Africa have a low rate of prostate cancer, but incidence increases if they move to America.

Family history. As with most cancers, prostate cancer occurs more often in men whose family members have had the disease. If your father or brother has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, your risk for diagnosis is more than doubled. For some reason, a having brother with cancer increases your risk more than having an affected father does.

Diet. A high-fat diet full of meat and dairy products makes you much more likely to contract prostate cancer.

(1)  http://www.webmd.com/prostate-cancer/guide/prostate-cancer-risk-factors