Introduction

 

Here you will find in-depth information on many topics that may be of concern. Click one of the links on the right..

If you or a loved one has one of the disease or conditions on the right, they are not alone.

The Facts:

One in 5 American men has heart disease.

One in 3 American adults has high blood pressure.

Three in 4 American men are overweight.

Nine in 10 lung cancer deaths are caused by cigarette smoking.

 

The single most important way you can take care of yourself and those you love is to actively take part in your health care. Educate yourself on health care and participate in decisions with your doctor.

Latest Men's Health News
Obesity linked to higher risk of kidney stones

January 18, 2010 — NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Obese people are more likely to develop kidney stones than normal weight individuals, but severe obesity doesn't seem to further increase risk, research in the Journal of Urology shows.

Robot prostate surgery has downsides, needs more data

January 11, 2010 — NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Considering having a surgeon remove your cancerous prostate using a robot? You might want to see a surgeon who has done at least 80 operations for the best results, according to the authors of a new research review.

Exercise may prevent incontinence from prostate surgery

January 7, 2010 — NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A healthy weight and regular exercise may help protect men from one of the most common side effects of prostate cancer surgery, a new study suggests.

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