Tag: Dr. Bilawal Ahmed

Ask the Experts: Easy, readily available screening helps men safeguard their health – here’s what you need to know

In order to stay healthy and active, men should stay on top of their health screenings for common conditions like heart disease, prostate problems and colorectal cancer. Screening is readily available and highly effective at catching problems early and even preventing serious illness. All men should talk to their health care provider to learn more [...]

2024-06-12T07:42:33-06:00June 12th, 2024|

Ask the Experts: How do I protect myself from prostate cancer?

One in six men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime, but with early detection and proper care, the disease is curable. Dr. Bilawal Ahmed, a medical oncologist with Regional One Health Cancer Care, urges men to be vigilant about risk factors, symptoms and screening. Urinary problems and pain in the back, hips [...]

2023-12-05T15:31:54-06:00December 19th, 2023|

Ask the Experts: It may be uncomfortable, but don’t shy away from discussing prostate and colorectal cancer symptoms

Prostate cancer and colorectal cancer are two of the most common cancer diagnoses among American men, and they're also the two men are least eager to talk about. It's important to speak up early if you experience symptoms, because screening and treatment are available for both diseases. When caught early, both prostate cancer and colorectal [...]

2023-06-09T08:42:59-06:00June 9th, 2023|