Men's Health

Men's Health

If you're like many men, you probably delay going to the doctor until you're sick or have an injury. Improve your vitality and help prevent health problems down the road by learning about important screenings, common conditions, questions to ask your provider and other essential health tips.

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How much fiber should I have in my daily diet, and what are the five best sources?

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Colon Cancer Screening: Don't Delay It

woman talking to doctor"It was no big deal. I don't understand why people stress over it."

"The procedure itself was totally painless and relatively easy."

"It was a piece of cake."

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My wife just asked me for a divorce—out of the blue. Sure, we've had ups and downs like anyone else, but I thought we were doing OK. I don't understand what went wrong. Could this be a midlife thing she'll just get over? I need help! Where do I start?

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Men and Colon Cancer: The Importance of Screenings

older man sitting outdoorsOnly lung cancer kills more Americans than colon cancer (also called colorectal cancer and colon and rectum cancer). The good news is that the disease is highly beatable and treatable when the disease is diagnosed at an early stage. That's why it's so important to make colon cancer screening a priority.

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My husband is having trouble with sex. He can't have an erection. This has never happened before. Can I do anything to help him?

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10 Health Tips for the Men in Your Life

men's health - middle aged coupleWe all know that it's common for men to skip the doctor until they become sick, injure themselves or are faced with a serious health problem. And a majority of men will postpone seeking care for a few days to see whether they feel any better. It's the whole "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" line of thinking.

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Help the Men in Your Life Stay Healthy

happy coupleIt's well-known that men have a shorter life expectancy than women, perhaps due to higher rates of alcohol and tobacco use, fewer trips to the doctor or stress at work. As such, there are detailed guidelines for preventive efforts against prostate cancer, colon cancer and heart disease, which are the most common life-threatening conditions that men develop.

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What You Need to Know About Men's Sexual Problems

couple laying in bedYou may not think about your boyfriend or husband having sexual problems, but a large national survey published in 1999 found that about one-third of men under the age of 60 in the United States have sexual problems. These include problems maintaining an erection, low sexual desire, inability to have an orgasm and premature ejaculation. Here's some helpful info you may need if your man develops a sexual problem.

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10 Tips for Stay-at-Home Dads (From Other Dads)

stay at home dad - father and son playingby stay-at-home dads Lance Somerfeld and Matt Schneider

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Preventive Health Screenings for Men

preventive health screenings - man speaking with his doctorNote: This schedule is a suggested timeline for routine health screenings. These recommendations include those agreed upon by expert preventive health task forces such as the U.S.

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