Staying active is a critical part of maintaining our health no matter how young we are. Regular physical activity reduces our risk of cardiovascular disease, helps with managing weight, and [...]
Hypertension sneaks up on you as you age. It works silently in the background—damaging your heart, brain, arteries and other organs–often posing no clear symptoms. By making a few lifestyle [...]
Having an advance directive can be extremely beneficial, as it allows you to specify your wishes while easing the decision-making burden on your loved ones. Advance directives can provide clear [...]
The American Cancer Society estimates that in 2019, there will be 101,420 new cases of colon cancer and 44,180 new cases of rectal cancer in the US. Colorectal screening is a critical step to [...]
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Next to women, men have shorter life expectancies and are less likely to visit a doctor unless something seems dire. However, men’s quest for health isn’t doomed. By taking an active [...]
Parents teach you a lot, and sometimes those lessons you’d prefer not to pass on to your own children. Maybe they were emotionally or physically distant during your childhood. Perhaps your [...]
Parenthood changes you in distinct and unexpected ways. While some may throw themselves into work to better provide financially, others become more invested in childcare and chores. No matter how [...]
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Men’s health can be hard to define. According to the World Health Organization, health goes beyond the physical body and includes social and mental well-being. Good health isn’t the [...]
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Your primary care physician may perform a routine blood pressure test during a regular exam. An inflatable cuff is placed around your upper arm and your blood pressure is measured using a [...]
