Health experts have reiterated the need for men to start practising dietary modifications to control obesity as it has the potential to prevent prostate cancer.
Dr Aobakwe Hwanano from the University of Botswana said apart from men aged above 50 years, obese men are at the highest risk of getting prostate cancer, hence the need to change the overconsumption of fatty and sugary foods.
Dr Hwanano added that men should prioritise vegetables and tomato-based products, exercise constantly, quit smoking and avoid red meat fats.
Dr Tiya Eneya from Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital said men should pay closer attention to the early signs of prostate cancer which include frequent urination, weak passing of urine and increased abdominal pressure for early treatment.
However, Dr Michelle Chishamiso, the founder of Talk Cancer Zimbabwe, demystified claims that prostate cancer treatments lead to male infertility.
All this was taking place in a webinar conducted as part of activities marking the end of Blue November: a worldwide movement that reenforces the importance of prevention and early diagnosis of prostate cancer.
By Alufisha Fischer
