Health and wellness is more than a man’s yearly checkup. Explore our blog articles, where our physicians dive into many men’s health-related topics and provide informative knowledge for men.
Headlines across the globe have detailed the horrific nightmare of the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Many Americans were shocked and disturbed to realize that the Ebola virus, which was an ocean away, had arrived in the United States with cases in Texas and New York. When news stories use images of Hazmat suits and […]
ONE TINY GLAND CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE Did you know that one tiny, butterfly-shaped gland in your body can affect your mood, cause you to gain weight, lose hair, and even cause joint pain? The thyroid gland is an important part of the endocrine system, which provides instructions to the body’s cells. When the thyroid isn’t […]
It is a well-documented fact that controlling blood sugars in patients with diabetes will help to avoid and prevent the worsening of long term complications such as eye, kidney and nerve damage. In young people with no diabetes-related complications, the hgb a1c – which reflects blood sugars for the previous three months – should be maintained below […]
The internet and popular television fitness shows often mention people who were previously diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, but have — through diet, exercise or some other health care regimen — “reversed” type 2 diabetes to become disease-free. But is this possible? Can you actually “undo” type 2 diabetes? THE ANSWER IS NOT THAT SIMPLE […]
A diagnosis of diabetes is often overwhelming, and patients may have many questions about how to manage this illness. Diabetes is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. Both type 1 and type 2 diabetes are serious illnesses that can lead to health complications such as heart disease, strokes, non-healing wounds, and […]
Imagine wearing a turtleneck and long pants during the sticky summer heat of August. For millions of Americans with psoriasis, an autoimmune disease that affects the skin, the desire to cover up unsightly red patches outweighs the need for short sleeves and shorts. What Is It? August is Psoriasis Awareness Month. While there are many different types […]
Vacation should be a time of relaxation and enjoyment—not illness. Whether you are traveling across the world, across the country, or across the state, taking a few simple precautions can help ensure your vacation is spent doing what you enjoy most instead of waiting in a doctor’s office. Check out our vacation health tips to […]
Heat-related Illnesses Summer places many at higher risk for various heat-related illnesses, including heat exhaustion and heat stroke. These occur when the body is not able to cool itself, either by not having enough fluid to produce sweat or by participating in intense activity in a hot environment. The body’s cooling system works by producing […]
The list may be surprisingly short, but that does not make its contents any less dangerous. According to the Centers for Disease Control, the top causes of death among adult American men include heart disease, stroke, cancer and chronic respiratory disease. But there is good news: a few lifestyle changes can significantly lower the risk of […]
In recognition of Skin Cancer Awareness Month, the last blog post provided information—and alarming statistics—on the prevalence of skin cancer, which is the most common form of cancer in the United States. In fact, an estimated one in 50 Americans will develop skin cancer during his or her lifetime. Limiting exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays is the first […]