Men’s Health Month: 26 Years of Progress—But Still a Long Way to Go
In 1994, when Men’s Health Month first launched, women outlived men by 6.6 years. By 2017, that gender gap had narrowed to five years. Why the dramatic change? Well, Men’s Health Month (MHM) itself has played an important role. Celebrated every June across the country and around the world, MHM features screenings, health fairs, media...CONTINUE READING→
Our Mental Health Pandemic and My Audacious Plan to Treat It
My recent article, “How to Avoid a Mental Health Pandemic and What We Can Do to Help,” focused on the importance of addressing mental health issues during the Covid-19 Pandemic. This article describes a potential solution that communities might consider in addressing current mental health issues and those we are likely to face in the...CONTINUE READING→
Weed and Testis Cancer: An Unholy Duo
I know that it is legal in most states. I also know that getting “high” on pot is not the same as getting “drunk” on alcohol. These issues aside, I still worry a lot about the relationship between pot use and the risk of testicular cancer. Some recent meta-analysis research adds fuel to the fire. A review of 25 studies conducted...CONTINUE READING→
Being a Guy Isn’t Easy in the Time of COVID
Dear Healthy Men: You’ve written about how men are more likely to get sick with the corona virus and I feel bad for them. But what about other problems that the virus is causing, like unemployment? I read that more women are losing their jobs than men are. Do you think that’s fair? A: There’s...CONTINUE READING→
Stayin’ Alive: What Those Over 50 Need to Know to Keep COVID From Killing Us
Like everyone else in the world, I’m concerned about Covid-19. Though it seems we’re all at risk of being infected, not all of us are at equal risk for getting sick or dying from the disease. We watch the news and try to make sense of all the conflicting information we are being given. But...CONTINUE READING→
Coronavirus and Male Fertility
Flu season typically wreaks havoc on my male fertility practice. A solid flu, complete with fevers and body aches, drops sperm counts like a brick. But only temporarily. Things usually bounce back within 2-3 months. In contrast, the common cold doesn’t affect male fertility. This leads us to believe that the fever’s the thing. Fevers heat...CONTINUE READING→
Men Celebrating National Women’s Health Week
Your health is a lifelong journey. This National Women’s Health Week, learn what you can do to take the next step on your personal journey to better health. Led by the Office on Women’s Health (OWH), National Women’s Health Week encourages women and girls to pay close attention to their physical and mental health and take...CONTINUE READING→
Benefits of Male Hormone Replacement Therapy
Dear Healthy Men: A recent news release suggested that men with low testosterone levels may have improvement in sexual function and quality of life. How can I determine whether I can benefit and what questions should I ask my doctor? A: Before we get into the details of the newly reported benefits of testosterone therapy—including the...CONTINUE READING→
End Times: Is Humanity Doomed or Ready for a New Beginning
If you believe we are facing a global climate crisis, increasing threats of war, and endless political conflict no matter who becomes our next President, you are rightly concerned about our future. I recently returned from the library, usually, a place of comfort and calm. I checked out the “new book” shelf and found End Times:...CONTINUE READING→
Reversible Azoospermia and the Power of Observation
A couple that had recently emigrated from Myanmar (Burma) was desperate to have a child. However, they had just received terrible news. He was diagnosed with testicular masses on both sides, and it was recommended that he have both testicles removed for fear of cancer. Surgery was planned in 2 days, and a semen sample...CONTINUE READING→