Which Joints Deteriorate First?
All joints are at crucial points of the body, where two bones meet and move. Joints are the parts of our body that provide overall stability for our musculoskeletal system and facilitate movement. Joints also contain important things like cartilage. The patches of cartilage within joints support bones and the skeletal system by giving a...CONTINUE READING→
How Are Men’s Fertility Drugs Regulated and Dispensed Correctly?
The Federal Drug Administration is notoriously slow in approving new drugs of all types for a variety of reasons. The primary reason is the agency wants to ensure the product actually does what the manufacturers claim it can do, as the agency is generally concerned about approving effective medications. Public safety is also a serious...CONTINUE READING→
Dr. Arthur Evans, Jr., CEO, American Psychological Association, discusses men’s mental health
Interview conducted at the briefing by the Congressional Men’s Health Caucus with Men’s Health Network. Washington, DC. on CHIP (Children’s Health Insurance Program) – What Does It Cover for Boys and for Girls? Video by MHNMedia
Being a Role Model in Challenging Times
Dear Mr. Dad: Everyone says that as parents, we’re supposed to be good role models for our kids. That sounds like a great idea, but why do so many parents (and other people) behave in such awful ways? The phrase “good role model” seems easy enough to understand, but maybe it’s not. In your view,...CONTINUE READING→
Healthy Living Habits that Work
(Family Features) When it comes to advice about healthy living, there are opinions nearly every place you turn. Unfortunately, a great deal of that information is based on fad diets and trendy workouts that may deliver quick results but don’t promote a sustainable, healthy lifestyle. The medical community generally agrees that slow and steady is...CONTINUE READING→
Your Prostate Your Health
You Need to Know—From Screening to the Treatments That Work Best It’s National Prostate Health Month. And while wearing blue to raise awareness for prostate health this September isn’t as widely practiced as wearing pink for breast cancer, seize this opportunity to learn more about how to keep your prostate healthy. The prostate, which is...CONTINUE READING→
What Is Astigmatism and How Do You Know If You Have it?
Astigmatism occurs when the cornea or lens of the eye assume an irregular shape. This shape causes the eye an inability to focus light rays on the retina, instead directing it to different points. Research has yet to show the exact cause of the irregular corneal shape, though genetics and development are thought to have...CONTINUE READING→
Kindergarten: Life Starts Now
Dear Mr. Dad: My daughter is starting kindergarten next month. We’ve been talking about how much fun she’s going to have and she’s seems really excited about the whole thing. But here’s where it gets strange: I’m pretty nervous. What can we (the adults) do to get over our nervousness? And is there anything else...CONTINUE READING→
Bedroom Signs That Your Man Might Have Health Troubles
Concerned about his lack of interest or other changes in his performance? It may be time to encourage him to see a doctor. The intimate moments you share with the man in your life are important to your bond—and potentially his health. That’s because, depending on how observant he is about his body, you may...CONTINUE READING→
Does My Teen Have an Evil Twin?
Dear Mr. Dad: If I wasn’t in the delivery room for my daughter’s birth, I’d swear that she had a secret, identical twin. Sometimes she’s delightful and lovely to be around, other times, she’s a nightmare. Some days she seems to love us and need us, other days she’s hateful and nasty. People keep telling...CONTINUE READING→