A study in Sweden involving 171,889 men over 15 years reveals that height, weight, and smoking status significantly influence prostate cancer diagnosis, largely due to variations in screening habits rather than biological differences. Following the increased use of PSA testing since the mid-1990s, men with obesity and current smokers showed a lower likelihood of being diagnosed with prostate cancer, indicating possible disparities in screening accessibility. Taller men consistently faced a higher risk for cancer diagnoses across all periods, suggesting that socio-demographic factors may impact screening rates and cancer detection.

Source: Scientific Reports