Healthy men age 55 years and older are needed for the largest prostate cancer prevention study.  The research will determine if selenium and vitamin E can protect against prostate cancer.  The study will take up to twelve years to complete.

In Omaha, UNMC and the Missouri Valley Cancer Consortium will head the research study.  Contact Ralph Hauke, M.D. at UNMC (402) 559-2000;  Steve Lemon, M.D. at Methodist Cancer Center (402) 354-5237 or 1 (866) 658-2812; or Larry Siref, M.D. at NHS Clarkson Hospital (402) 552-2525.

Men participating  in the study must be:
     55 years or older; 50 years or older for black men;
     have never had cancer;
     are generally in good health;
     cannot be taking a multi-vitamin containing selenium or Vitamin E.