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Techniques to Enhance Men’s Fertility Treatments
Andrology is a branch of medicine that is concerned with diseases that are specific to males, in particular, the reproductive organs. Andrology focuses on androgen use and abuse, prostate diseases such as prostate cancer, sexual dysfunctions, and testicular disorders such as testicular cancer. Below are some of the ways andrology nurses track their patients’ fertility... CONTINUE READING→
The One Thing You Must Do If You Want Love to Last
Love has been a complicated presence in my life from the very beginning. My parents had been trying, unsuccessfully, to have a baby for many years. My mother was finally able to get pregnant through a procedure of collecting and injecting my father’s sperm into her womb (a procedure that was “experimental” seventy-plus years ago).... CONTINUE READING→
Talk to Me, Baby
Dear Mr. Dad: My 13-month old says only two words: dada and mama. My best friend’s son is two months younger and she’s constantly bragging about how many words he knows. She’s got me worried that there’s something wrong with my baby. Do all kids start talking about the same age? Either way, what can... CONTINUE READING→
To Be (or Not to Be) a Dad: Ask the Doctor
Everything you ever wanted to ask your doctor—from conception to contraception. Although Father’s Day is in June, men are becoming fathers all year long. In fact, almost half of American men are fathers. Two-thirds of men first become dads in their 20s, although plenty of men father children sooner or later—into their 40s, 50s and... CONTINUE READING→
The One Thing That Kills Most Marriages
My wife, Carlin, and I were enjoying a wonderful dinner at the new vegan Caribbean restaurant in Willits when a friend and his wife saw us eating outside. “How’s the food here?” Henry wanted to know. “It’s great,” we told them. “It’s real, authentic, handmade, and delicious.” As we chatted they introduced us to Henry’s... CONTINUE READING→
How Men Win when They Support Women in Technology
Forging healthy relationships in and out of the workplace has benefits for everyone. When it comes to technology in the workplace, men historically have always had the edge, occupying the majority of jobs. These days however, it’s not just men who are geeking out over technology and occupying the majority of seats in colleges... CONTINUE READING→
Four Ways Healthcare Providers Are Rethinking Patient Engagement
Not long ago, you had to call your doctor’s office to schedule an appointment. If you were worried about that nasty cut you got while mowing the lawn or the muscle you pulled while playing baseball with your co-workers, you had to show your injury to your physician and describe any troubling symptoms during the... CONTINUE READING→
Seven Things to Avoid when Talking to Someone with Depression
It can be difficult to find the right words to say to someone who is clearly struggling. As a result, many well-meaning people say the wrong thing to their loved ones who are battling depression. The important thing to note is that depression is a serious mental illness that could be life-threatening. Try to choose... CONTINUE READING→
Facts About Men’s Sexual Health
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From Madness to Manhood: My Father Escapes from the Nuthouse
We were planning to celebrate my 13th birthday with a dinner at my special restaurant, The Pump Room, which served my favorite dessert, a strawberry short-cake with homemade whipped cream. But the celebration was interrupted with a phone call from my uncle, Harry. “Edith, Muni escaped from Camarillo today,” uncle Harry told her. I could hear his anxiety... CONTINUE READING→