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September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month – What You Need to Know

September 18, 2024November 14, 2024MHN EditorAdvocacy, Aging, Family, Family Issues, Fertility, Health, Other Cancers, Policy, Prostate, Research and ScienceLeave a comment

Prostate cancer is a critical health issue that affects a large number of men worldwide. With September designated as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, it’s an opportunity to promote awareness, encourage regular health screenings, and educate men about early detection and treatment. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men, and understanding the risks, symptoms, and prevention strategies is essential for reducing its impact. This blog covers key information on prostate cancer and how you can get involved in raising awareness and supporting the cause.Continue reading

COVID-19 Vaccination: Still Important, Now with More Options OR COVID-19 Vaccination: An Ongoing Necessity With New Options

September 11, 2024October 28, 2024Dr. Salvatore GiorgianniAdvocacy, Aging, Family, Health, Health, Others, Parenting, Policy, Public Policy, Regulatory, VaccinesLeave a comment

While the situation is less dire than it was four years ago, COVID Variants continue to pose significant health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations. The virus may not reach epidemic proportions in the US, but localized outbreaks can still occur unexpectedly. At Men's Health Network, we believe it's crucial to provide you with the facts and perspectives to make an informed choice for yourself and your loved ones. As we navigate the ongoing presence of COVID-19 in our lives, many men are still grappling with the decision to continue or begin vaccination. Continue reading

Reduce the Stigma and See Your Doctor

September 4, 2024September 4, 2024Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional DevelopmentAdvocacy, Aging, Boys, Education, Family, Fatherhood, Fertility, Health, Health, Lifestyle, Other Cancers, Others, Others, Policy, Prostate, Psychology, Testicular, Testosterone, Well-beingLeave a comment

“Reduce the Stigma and See Your Doctor,” Says the Urologist Written By: Girish K. Mour, M.B.B.S., Nahid Punjani, M.D., M.P.H., and Daniel M. Frendl, M.D., Ph.D As Urologists, we remain the gatekeeper for men’s health. Not only are men are known to engage in higher-risk behavior but are also less likely to see to their...Continue reading

Recognizing Hemochromatosis Awareness Month This July

July 31, 2024July 30, 2024Douglas WeineAging, Cardio, Fitness, Health, Nutrition, Others, Well-beingLeave a comment

Recognizing Hemochromatosis Awareness Month This July By: Douglas M. Weine, MD July marks National Hemochromatosis Awareness Month, a crucial time to educate and inform the public about this often-overlooked disorder. Hemochromatosis, commonly known as iron overload disorder, can lead to severe health complications if left untreated. Men especially can benefit from the educational side of...Continue reading

Dialogue on Sleep Apnea: Linkage to Serious Chronic Conditions

July 10, 2024July 9, 2024Monica MallampalliAdvocacy, Aging, Cardio, Chronic Fatigue, Depression, Diabetes, Education, Family, Family Issues, Fatherhood, Health, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Others, Others, Parenting, Relationships, Stress, Well-being, WorkLeave a comment

We need a national dialogue on obstructive sleep apnea and must prioritize it along with other serious chronic conditions, such as obesity and heart disease. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is understood to be a common chronic medical condition, yet it is often ignored by many. Some people may feel conscious about snoring or the...Continue reading

The Case for Prostate Cancer Diagnostics & Treatments

December 30, 2023December 30, 2023JenniferTAdvocacy, Aging, Boys, Education, Education, Family, Family Issues, Fatherhood, Fertility, Health, Health, Lifestyle, Masculinity, Other Cancers, Others, Parenting, Policy, Prostate, Psychology, Public Policy, Regulatory, Relationships, Research and Science, Sex, STDs, Stress, Testicular, Testosterone, Well-being10 Comments

The Case for Prostate Cancer Diagnostics & Treatments Written By: Cassie Whyte A few days ago, I had the pleasure of speaking with prominent Urologist, prostate cancer expert, and men’s health advocate, Dr. E David Crawford. Throughout his decades of experience, Dr. Crawford has dedicated himself to improving prostate cancer diagnostics and treatment, as well...Continue reading

National Son’s Day

September 26, 2023September 26, 2023JenniferTAging, Anxiety, Boys, Depression, Economics, Education, Education, Family, Family, Family Issues, Fatherhood, Growing Up, Health, Health, Lifestyle, Masculinity, Mental Health, Military, Others, Parenting, Psychology, Relationships, Sports, Stress, Suicide, Veterans, Well-being3 Comments

Blog Entry by Intern, Zachary Funaro “You don’t raise heroes, you raise sons. And if you treat them like sons, they’ll turn out to be heroes, even if it’s just in your own eyes.” — NASA astronaut Walter M. Schirra, Sr. National Son’s Day is celebrated on September 28th each year with the sole purpose...Continue reading

The Future is Now: Why Men Should Make an Advanced Care Plan

July 12, 2023July 10, 2023Joseph ShegaAging, Education, Education, Family, Family Issues, Fatherhood, Health, Lifestyle, Masculinity, Military, Others, Parenting, Policy, Suicide, Veterans, Well-beingLeave a comment

Only 1 in 4 men (24%) have formally documented their end-of-life wishes, according to a 2023 survey commissioned by VITAS Healthcare. Yet, 56% of men said they know what kind of medical treatment they do and do not want at the end of life. Men deserve to be heard and cared for at all stages of life. Talking about end of life and making an advance care plan are important steps that you can take now to prepare for your health and well-being in the future.Continue reading

Low Testosterone and Dementia Risk: Exploring the Research

July 5, 2023July 3, 2023Zach DerhakeAging, Anxiety, Boys, Chronic Fatigue, Depression, Diabetes, Education, Education, Family, Fatherhood, Fertility, Fitness, Health, Health, Lifestyle, Masculinity, Mental Health, Others, Psychology, Relationships, Sex, Testosterone, Well-beingLeave a comment

Testosterone is a crucial hormone for the male body, Testosterone gives men energy, sex drive, muscle mass, motivation, and overall health. As men age, their testosterone naturally decreases... Learn more about proactive and preventative precautions in this great blog entry!Continue reading

Key Alzheimer’s risk factors affect men more than women, study shows

January 26, 2023January 26, 2023University of AlbertaAging, Health, Research and ScienceLeave a comment

U of A scientists find an unexpected sex difference in how a particular gene and vascular health interact to affect memory loss. January 20, 2023 By Ramona Czakert Franson Scientists at the University of Alberta have discovered that important risk factors in Alzheimer’s disease affect males and females very differently. “Two types of risk for...Continue reading