Category: Men’s Health

Ask how long you'll live and you get one number. Ask how many of those years you'll spend in good health and you get a very different one. The gap between the two is where planning matters most. Starting at 40, small shifts in exercise, diet, and screening can widen the healthy stretch and support prostate health along the way. keep reading

Most men chalk up erection trouble to age and leave it at that. New findings suggest the prostate deserves a closer look. Men with BPH report difficulty holding an erection at nearly twice the rate of men without it, based on an analysis of over six million men. Neither problem goes away on its own, and both respond better to early attention. keep reading

Could saying "I do" actually help a man live longer? When it comes to prostate cancer, the research is surprisingly consistent across decades. Married patients tend to be diagnosed earlier and survive longer than their unmarried peers, and new data now suggests the protective effect of marriage may extend to lowering cancer risk in the first place. keep reading

June is Men's Health Month, but real wellness doesn't run on a calendar. Annual PSA screenings, heart-protective habits, and acknowledging the quiet toll that stress and anxiety take — these aren't seasonal concerns. They're the foundation of a longer, healthier life. keep reading

For men dealing with BPH, the urinary symptoms are just part of the story. The condition is now linked to measurable increases in depression and anxiety. Focal laser ablation at Sperling Prostate Center precisely reduces obstructing prostate tissue, helping men reclaim both their health and their wellbeing. keep reading

Prostate cancer patients benefit from personalized exercise plans, including resistance training, aerobic activity, and high-intensity intervals. Each type of exercise brings unique advantages—supporting strength, cardiovascular health, recovery, and overall well-being. keep reading

Evidence shows that lifestyle changes like plant-based eating, regular activity, and stress management can influence prostate cancer outcomes and even affect gene expression. Studies indicate these habits may slow disease progression and offer additional health benefits. keep reading

Recent studies highlight a decline in male fertility, potentially linked to chemical exposure and lifestyle factors. At the same time, new male birth control methods are advancing in clinical trials, signaling a shift in reproductive health options. keep reading

Imagine getting a fast answer to a medical question from a chatbot, only to realize it might miss the nuances of your unique situation. As AI tools like ChatGPT become more common in healthcare, concerns about privacy, accuracy, and personal connection remind us that experienced doctors still bring something irreplaceable to the table. keep reading

Could where fat collects on the body matter more for cancer risk than overall weight? While researchers have linked high BMI to more aggressive prostate cancer, new measures like A Body Shape Index reveal stronger ties to colon cancer. Evidence remains mixed for prostate cancer, keeping healthy habits as the best defense. keep reading