Radiation therapy is a good choice for men with early prostate cancer if they are older or if surgery would be risky. The radiation can be applied externally or internally, though both options have advantages and disadvantages.
Living a healthy lifestyle is the surest way to delay or prevent illness. Research is confirming that following simple, prudent health habits increases longevity and quality of life, and even making one or two changes is better than doing nothing.
I’m a 38-year-old junior executive. Every time I have to make a presentation, I get terribly nervous, making it very hard for me to get through my talk. I’ve heard there is a pill that can help, but I don’t want to take tranquilizers. What do you suggest?
Prostate conditions such as benign prostatic hyperplasia can cause stress, but the question of whether stress can affect the prostate is not as clear. However, any man can benefit from reducing stress in his life.
I know that smoking is very bad for me. I’ve cut down to one cigarette after lunch and another after dinner each day, with two or three more on most weekend nights when I socialize. I really enjoy smoking, but I want to know if I’m harming myself.
I’ve always been told that it’s important to drink plenty of fluids during exercise, and it seems to work for me. But now I’ve read that too much water can be very dangerous. Which is right?
A monitoring and rating program for US hospitals has resulted in a significant improvement in specific areas of treatment.
The incidence of diabetes has increased dramatically in recent years. Men should be tested for diabetes starting at age 45, because early diagnosis and treatment can help prevent further complications.
The risk of food-borne illness can be minimized by using common sense and by taking precautions when handling and preparing food.
There are many benefits to pet ownership, such as physical activity, social interaction, and companionship. Domestic animals can carry infections, but keeping pets healthy and following sensible precautions will minimize the risk.