From WOOD COUNTY HOSPITAL
Wood County Hospital will be hosting two upcoming prostate screening events to help men take proactive steps toward their health. Screenings will be offered on Wednesday, Nov. 5, and Wednesday, Dec. 3, from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Wood County Hospital Medical Office Building, Suite 201, 960 W. Wooster St., Bowling Green.
Early detection is key – when caught early, prostate cancer has a five-year survival rate of over 99%. However, early-stage prostate cancer often shows no symptoms, making regular screenings critical for identifying potential concerns before they progress.
At each event, Wood County Hospital physicians will provide:
- Digital prostate exams
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) bloodwork
“Prostate cancer is silent,” said Dr. Salvador Peron, urologist at Wood County Hospital. “If PSA testing had never been developed, we’d still be in the dark ages—most men would come to the doctor too late. Early detection has changed everything, improving both quality and length of life.”
Screenings are available for men ages 40 to 76 at a cost of $25 per person. Participants are encouraged to register in advance.
For questions or registration assistance, contact wellness@woodcountyhospital.org or call 419-354-3131.
