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→
Summer Water Safety
Dear Mr. Dad: One of my family’s favorite things about summer is that we get to spend a lot of time in and around water, whether that’s at the beach or in a swimming pool. But every year I hear about kids (and adults) who drown and I’m really getting worried—especially since two of my... CONTINUE READING→
Three Major Health Problems Men Often Don’t Look Out For
Men are well-known for not looking after themselves and their health. While women will typically go to the doctor when they notice signs that something might be wrong, many men are capable of putting things off for years with the result that minor health problems often turn into something much more serious and potentially life-threatening... CONTINUE READING→
Health Checks You Shouldn’t Miss after 30
Studies show that men under 40 are among the least likely to prioritize their health care. Your 30s is the time to change this statistic, as you can catch warning signs before they progress, as well as establish healthy patterns before you enter middle age. Some health checks you shouldn’t miss once you hit 30... CONTINUE READING→
Can Your Fertility Save Your Life?
I know, it’s an improbable and largely rhetorical title for a lecture. But it was Nerd Nite SF, and they asked me to talk about something provocative and daring in medicine. Fertility as a tool to measure health. Smacked and Smashed The bar was packed with hundreds of San Francisco tech titans, gamers, developers and programmers, as well as... CONTINUE READING→