Which ethnicity-related statement correctly reflects prostate cancer risk?

• A. White men have the highest risk, followed by Black and Asian
• B. Hispanic men highest risk
• C. Asian men have the highest risk
• D. Black men have higher risk than White men, who have higher risk than Asian men

Answer: (B)

Prostate cancer risk varies by ethnicity, with Black men having the highest risk, White men a lower risk, and Asian men the lowest. Hispanic or Latino men typically have lower incidence than non-Hispanic White men, so the idea that Hispanic men carry the highest risk isn’t supported by the usual data. The pattern to remember is: Black men > White men > Asian men. This difference arises from a mix of genetic factors, lifestyle and environmental influences, and disparities in screening and access to care, which can impact both detection and outcomes.