Combatting prostate cancer stigma
Michigan Medicine - University of MichiganExpert weighs in on why men struggle to discuss prostate cancer diagnosis
Expert weighs in on why men struggle to discuss prostate cancer diagnosis
Two new studies from the University of Chicago investigate the roles of the gut microbiome and estrogen in the differing rates of Alzheimer’s disease among women and men.
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The drug finasteride, also known as Propecia or Proscar, treats male pattern baldness and enlarged prostate in millions of men worldwide. But a new University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign study suggests the drug may also provide a surprising and life-saving benefit: lowering cholesterol and cutting the overall risk of cardiovascular disease.
A new study from the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai shows there is a gender gap between women and men when it comes to exercise.
Dr. Nitzan Gonen, a Bar-Ilan University researcher specializing in the process of fetal sex determination, together with research students Aviya Stopel, Cheli Lev and Stav Dahari, has succeeded in creating "laboratory testicles" that may significantly advance understanding of the mechanisms involved in sex determination and provide solutions for male infertility, which affects one in 12 men worldwide.
In a new article published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, Moffitt Cancer Center researchers share data on the efficacy and safety of neoadjuvant chemotherapy for locally advanced penile squamous cell carcinoma, addressing a critical gap in evidence regarding treatment options for this rare and aggressive cancer.
The discovery of a pair of genes that work in perfect harmony to protect male fertility, could provide new insights into some unexplained cases of the most severe form of infertility, research suggests.
Some of the cancers that most often affect men are prostate, colorectal, lung, and skin cancers. Knowing about these cancers and what you can do to help prevent them or find them early (when they are small, haven't spread, and might be easier to treat) may help save your life.
Black men with firearm-acquired disabilities face negative physical and psychological impacts on their manhood, independence and mobility, according to a Rutgers Health study.
A new prostate cancer resource - the Prostate Cancer Outcomes Report Card - hopes to make it easier for men and their families to better understand the treatment options and outcomes.
Acne is the most common skin condition in the United States, affecting nearly 50 million Americans each year, with symptoms usually beginning in puberty.
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Exposure to body positive imagery on social media increase body satisfaction and reduces weight concerns in both men and women, a new study from the University of Surrey reports.
Renowned urologists from leading academic centers shared their insights and clinical recommendations at Urology on the Beach, a three-day professional conference hosted by the Desai Sethi Urology Institute (DSUI) at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.
Heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death for men and women in the United States. Eating a healthy diet and exercising help keep the heart healthy along with regular checkups with a doctor.
Research shows why prostate cancer cells grow and spread in only some patients.
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You may have heard about the gut microbiome and its influence on a person’s overall health and well-being.
The Society of Huntsman Translational Scholars adds Umang Swami, MD, MS, and Matthew Covington, MD, to its cohort that advances cancer testing and treatments through financial support and collaboration.
As Australia gears up for the opening event of the world's premier men's elite road cycling tour, a group of lycra newbies will be celebrating their own success on wheels.
A new study led by UChicago researchers found that changes in male gender expression from adolescence to young adulthood align closely with the gender norms present in individuals’ school environments, and that these trajectories are associated with subsequent patterns of substance abuse.
The choices that Bruce Gold faced last December to resolve debilitating symptoms from a severely enlarged prostate were to keep using a catheter or have an invasive surgery with unreliable results and a high risk of complications and lingering side effects.
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Huntsman Cancer Institute breast cancer patient Christopher Gregg uses his expertise as a cancer researcher to study ways to improve cancer treatment plans.
New research, publishing December 21st in the open access journal in PLOS Biology, shows that tears from women contain chemicals that block aggression in men.
Infertility remains a widespread issue impacting many people seeking to create families.
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A study of married or partnered, middle-aged and older heterosexual couples in the U.S., England, China and India found that in 20% to 47% of the couples, both spouses/partners had high blood pressure.
A new study led by investigators at the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center found Black men diagnosed with more advanced stages of prostate cancer are significantly less likely to be prescribed novel hormone therapy than other racial and ethnic groups – including white or Latino men – despite the therapy being proven to effectively control the growth of prostate tumors and extend the lives of men with the disease.
The investigational procedure, done in collaboration with University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), harvests testicular tissue containing stem cells in prepubertal boys who are about to undergo treatments for cancer or other conditions that might result in infertility.
At a time when more men are considering body contouring and gluteal enhancement, an Internet survey provides new information on the "ideal" appearance of the male buttock, reports the December issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).
Q&A about menopause
تتشابه التهيئة للحمل في بعض الأمور مع الاستعداد لخوض سباق. فالنظام الغذائي وممارسة الرياضة وتجنب العادات غير الصحية كلها أمور مهمة لزيادة فرص حدوث الحمل، وذلك وفقًا لما قالته مي الأعرجي، بكالوريوس الطب والجراحة، خبيرة طب الأسرة في مايو كلينك هيلثكير في لندن.
A preparação física para a gravidez tem alguns pontos em comum com a preparação física para uma corrida. Dieta, exercícios e evitar hábitos não saudáveis são importantes para criar as condições para a gravidez, explica a Dra. May Al-Araji.
El acondicionamiento para el embarazo tiene puntos en común con la preparación para correr una carrera. La alimentación, el ejercicio y evitar los hábitos poco saludables son medidas importantes para aumentar las posibilidades de quedar embarazada, según afirma la Licenciada en Medicina y Cirugía, May Al-Araji.
During missions into space, astronauts are exposed to high levels of galactic cosmic radiation and weightlessness. Simulation experiments in male rats indicated that these aspects of spaceflight can negatively affect vascular tissues relevant to erectile dysfunction, even after a period of long-term recovery.
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High school students, particularly males, who reported a history of concussion in the last year were more likely to engage in suicidal thoughts, planning or attempts than their nonconcussed peers, according to a study by a research team that includes a researcher at the University of Michigan.
Comprehensive systematic review of 25 studies over nearly 50 years reveals consistent evidence of associations between insecticide exposure and lower sperm concentration
Susanna Stroik, PhD, and Dale Ramsden, PhD, in the Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics at the UNC School of Medicine, have learned more about an enzyme found to be overly expressed in patients with hereditary breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and prostate cancer.
New Jersey resident Andre LaPierre, 67, thought he had put cancer behind him. In 2019, he was diagnosed with prostate cancer and had, what he thought, a successful surgery to remove his cancerous prostate.
For years, researchers and clinicians have known that lupus, an autoimmune condition, occurs in women at a rate nine times higher than in men.
يُعَّد هذا مصدر قلق شائع بين الرجال الذين شُخِّصَت إصابتهم بسرطان الخصية. هل سأكون قادرًا على إنجاب أطفال في المستقبل؟
Esta es una preocupación común entre los hombres que reciben un diagnóstico de cáncer testicular. ¿Podré tener hijos en el futuro?