National Prostate Health Month

Screen for prostate health during National Prostate Health Month! Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in American men. Early detection through screening dramatically improves treatment outcomes.

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National Prostate Health Month - Screen for prostate health during National Prostate Health Month! Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in American men. Early detection through screening dramatically improves treatment outcomes.

About National Prostate Health Month

History & origins

National Prostate Health Month is observed in September and is closely tied to U.S. prostate cancer awareness efforts. Available sources indicate that September was first designated National Prostate Health Month in 1999 by the American Foundation for Urological Disease, building on earlier prostate cancer awareness campaigns and a 1989 Prostate Cancer Awareness Week. The observance is informal and educational rather than a government holiday.

Why it matters

National Prostate Health Month matters because prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting men, and early detection can significantly improve treatment options and outcomes. It also helps normalize conversations about screening, family history, race-based risk, and other men’s health concerns that are often ignored until symptoms appear.

How to celebrate

Get prostate screening. Learn about prostate health. Encourage men to get checked. Support prostate cancer research. Share screening importance.

Facts

1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer
Early detection has 99% 5-year survival rate
African American men have higher prostate cancer risk
Screening recommendations start at age 50
Prostate cancer is highly treatable when caught early

Frequently asked questions

When is National Prostate Health Month in 2026?

National Prostate Health Month is in September 2026. It is observed throughout the month, not on a single day.

What is National Prostate Health Month?

It is a prostate-health awareness observance that encourages men to learn about screening, risk factors, and early detection. The focus is on prevention, education, and getting medical advice when needed.

Who started National Prostate Health Month?

The observance was first designated in 1999 by the American Foundation for Urological Disease. It grew out of earlier prostate cancer awareness campaigns in the United States.

How do you celebrate National Prostate Health Month?

The most practical way to observe it is to talk to a doctor about prostate screening and share reliable information with family and friends. Many people also support prostate cancer research and awareness campaigns during September.

Is National Prostate Health Month the same as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month?

They are closely related, but the names are not always used interchangeably. National Prostate Health Month emphasizes broader prostate health, while Prostate Cancer Awareness Month focuses more specifically on cancer screening and awareness.

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