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  • Vaccine Boosts Survival for Men With Advanced Prostate Cancer: Study
    (28-Jul-2010)
    But FDA-approved Provenge remains very expensive, experts note

  • Most Men With Low-Risk Prostate Cancer Treated Aggressively, Study Shows
    (26-Jul-2010)
    Many would do just as well with watchful waiting, researchers say

  • Most Men With Low-Risk Prostate Cancer Treated Aggressively, Study Shows
    (26-Jul-2010)
    Many would do just as well with watchful waiting, researchers say

  • Most Men With Low-Risk Prostate Cancer Treated Aggressively, Study Shows
    (26-Jul-2010)
    Many would do just as well with watchful waiting, researchers say

  • Human Sperm Gene Hasn't Changed for 600 Million Years
    (15-Jul-2010)
    This DNA is shared across species and seems 'so important it can't change,' researcher says

  • Sleep Apnea Could Raise Heart Risks for Older Men
    (12-Jul-2010)
    From middle age to age 70, the sleep-time breathing disorder could pose a hazard, study suggests

  • Drugs Like Viagra Linked to Higher Rates of STDs
    (06-Jul-2010)
    But it's the behavior, not the medication, that's to blame, researchers say

  • Drugs Like Viagra Linked to Higher Rates of STDs
    (06-Jul-2010)
    But it's the behavior, not the medication, that's to blame, researchers say

  • Breast Cancer Gene May Raise Men's Risk, Too
    (06-Jul-2010)
    Males with faulty BRCA2 have 1 in 12 chance of the illness by age 80, study finds

  • Drugs Like Viagra Linked to Higher Rates of STDs
    (06-Jul-2010)
    But it's the behavior, not the medication, that's to blame, researchers say

  • PSA Test Does Cut Prostate Cancer Deaths, Study Finds
    (01-Jul-2010)
    Swedish report adds to controversy over the usefulness of the blood screen

  • Genes Tied to Hair Loss Disorder
    (30-Jun-2010)
    Findings may pave way for new treatments for alopecia areata, researchers say

  • Genes Tied to Hair Loss Disorder
    (30-Jun-2010)
    Findings may pave way for new treatments for alopecia areata, researchers say

  • Testosterone Gel Could Raise Heart Risks in Frail, Older Men
    (30-Jun-2010)
    But study was small and effect may not be similar in men generally, experts say

  • Gaining Weight Later in Life Ups Diabetes Risk
    (22-Jun-2010)
    Increased waist circumference also increases type 2 chances, study finds

  • Plastics Chemical BPA Tied to Ovarian Cysts
    (21-Jun-2010)
    Women with the problem had higher levels of BPA, but study can't confirm cause-and-effect, experts say

  • Higher Testosterone Tied to Heart Trouble in Older Men
    (21-Jun-2010)
    Further study may unravel whether hormone levels actually cause the problem, researcher says

  • On Father's Day, Give Dad Gift of Health
    (18-Jun-2010)
    Staying healthy is part of being a good dad, expert suggests

  • On Father's Day, Give Dad Gift of Health
    (18-Jun-2010)
    Staying healthy is part of being a good dad, expert suggests

  • 'Watchful Waiting' Often Best Strategy for Slow-Moving Prostate Cancer
    (18-Jun-2010)
    Surgery, radiation not always ideal for many with low risk disease, researchers find

  • Low Testosterone in Older Men Less Common Than Thought
    (16-Jun-2010)
    Study does find some association between nine symptoms and 'male menopause'

  • Obesity Can Take Toll on Sex Life
    (16-Jun-2010)
    Stigma may lead to fewer sexual encounters, poorer sexual health, study finds

  • Low Testosterone in Older Men Less Common Than Thought
    (16-Jun-2010)
    Study does find some association between nine symptoms and 'male menopause'

  • Low Testosterone in Older Men Less Common Than Thought
    (16-Jun-2010)
    Study does find some association between nine symptoms and 'male menopause'

  • Females May Be Naturally More Prone to Stress: Animal Study
    (15-Jun-2010)
    A male-only protein found in rats helps control stress signals in the brain, research shows

  • 'Normal' Blood Pressure in Male Teens a Warning Sign
    (14-Jun-2010)
    Those with slight hike more likely than girls to develop hypertension later, study shows

  • Teen Boys Who Attempt Suicide More Likely to Abuse as Adults
    (14-Jun-2010)
    Men with this history are more prone to hit and injure partner, study shows

  • After Vasectomy, Single Test Might Give All-Clear
    (11-Jun-2010)
    Any remaining sperm appear to be inconsequential, study finds

  • Men May Be More Vulnerable to Roller Coaster Ride of Romance
    (11-Jun-2010)
    Study found young males felt ups and downs of relationships more deeply than young women

  • After Vasectomy, Single Test Might Give All-Clear
    (11-Jun-2010)
    Any remaining sperm appear to be inconsequential, study finds

  • Black Men at Greater Risk of Aggressive Prostate Tumors: Study
    (02-Jun-2010)
    Expert urges more vigilance starting at age 40 in this group

  • Size of Prostate Tumor Linked to Patients' Weight
    (02-Jun-2010)
    Biggest, and perhaps more aggressive ones, found in heaviest men, study says

  • New Tests for Prostate Cancer Might Bring More Certainty
    (02-Jun-2010)
    Gene-based screens could reduce unnecessary biopsies, worry, researchers say

  • Dangers Lurk in Impotence Drugs Sold on Web
    (01-Jun-2010)
    Study finds many contain toxins, or too much/too little of the active ingredient

  • Male 'Pill' Still a Ways Off
    (01-Jun-2010)
    Shutting down sperm production has proved complicated, experts say

  • Vitamins Fail to Protect Men Against Bladder Cancer
    (01-Jun-2010)
    Little is known about anticancer benefits of supplements, researchers caution

  • Radiation for Prostate Cancer May Boost Fracture Risk
    (01-Jun-2010)
    Study found treatment hiked hip fractures by 58 percent

  • Value of Monitoring Low-Risk Prostate Cancer Assessed
    (01-Jun-2010)
    'Watchful waiting' may be option for some men, expert suggests

  • Tracking PSA Test Results Over Time Gives Clues to Cancer
    (01-Jun-2010)
    Method may help doctors spot aggressive prostate tumors, researchers say

  • Dangers Lurk in Impotence Drugs Sold on Web
    (01-Jun-2010)
    Study finds many contain toxins, or too much/too little of the active ingredient

  • Prostate Cancer Vaccine Shows Few Side Effects
    (01-Jun-2010)
    And it extends life for men with advanced disease, researchers say

  • Testosterone May Make Women Less Trusting
    (25-May-2010)
    Finding could help in understanding the brain's role in trust

  • Scientists Spot Real 'Smoking Gun' in Prostate Cancer
    (21-May-2010)
    Gene fusion may be behind disease, not androgen receptors, study suggests

  • Fat in Males, Females Differs Genetically, Mouse Study Shows
    (20-May-2010)
    Finding might explain why men store fat around belly, women around the hips

  • Fat in Males, Females Differs Genetically, Mouse Study Shows
    (20-May-2010)
    Finding might explain why men store fat around belly, women around the hips

  • Confiding Eases Older Men's Stress Over Sexual Problems
    (19-May-2010)
    Unlike women, men found solace in talks with partners and friends, researchers found

  • Viagra Linked to Hearing Loss
    (19-May-2010)
    Study found men on medication were twice as likely to develop problem

  • Postpartum Depression Can Strike New Dads
    (18-May-2010)
    1 in 10 men is affected, and a depressed partner can raise the risk, study finds

  • Viagra May Aid Those With Lung Fibrosis
    (18-May-2010)
    Breathing improved for some taking sildenafil marketed as Revatio, study finds

  • Men, Women May Respond Differently to Vaccines
    (17-May-2010)
    Frequency, severity of adverse effects vary between genders, researcher says

  • Women Who Marry Younger Men May Die Earlier
    (13-May-2010)
    The reverse was true for males tying the knot with younger females, study found

  • Suicide Leading Cause of Violent Death: CDC
    (13-May-2010)
    Homicide was second-leading cause, 16-state survey found

  • Impotence Drugs May Aid Brain Tumor Treatment
    (12-May-2010)
    Levitra, Viagra allowed anti-cancer medication to more easily penetrate brain barrier, study found

  • Impotence Drugs May Aid Brain Tumor Treatment
    (12-May-2010)
    Levitra, Viagra allowed anti-cancer medication to more easily penetrate brain barrier, study found

  • As FDA Eyes Prostate Cancer Drugs, Experts Urge Caution
    (04-May-2010)
    Hormonal meds linked to heart risks, but men should not abandon them

  • FDA Reviews Side Effects From Prostate Cancer Therapy
    (03-May-2010)
    Doctors urged to consider risks of hormone treatment, inform patients

  • FDA Reviews Side Effects From Prostate Cancer Therapy
    (03-May-2010)
    Doctors urged to consider risks of hormone treatment, inform patients

  • Prostate Cancer Test a Flop in Study
    (03-May-2010)
    Doesn't distinguish aggressive tumors from slow-moving malignancies

  • Prostate Cancer Test a Flop in Study
    (03-May-2010)
    Doesn't distinguish aggressive tumors from slow-moving malignancies

  • Prostate Cancer Test a Flop in Study
    (03-May-2010)
    Doesn't distinguish aggressive tumors from slow-moving malignancies

  • Prostate Cancer Test a Flop in Study
    (03-May-2010)
    Doesn't distinguish aggressive tumors from slow-moving malignancies

  • Low Testosterone Raises Heart Death Rates in Impotent Men
    (29-Apr-2010)
    Obese patients with erectile dysfunction also at higher risk for cardiac events, research shows

  • Low Testosterone Raises Heart Death Rates in Impotent Men
    (29-Apr-2010)
    Obese patients with erectile dysfunction also at higher risk for cardiac events, research shows

  • Prostate Cancer Vaccine Gains FDA Approval
    (29-Apr-2010)
    Breakthrough approach lengthens survival, to varying degrees, for men with advanced disease, studies found

  • Low Testosterone Raises Heart Death Rates in Impotent Men
    (29-Apr-2010)
    Obese patients with erectile dysfunction also at higher risk for cardiac events, research shows

  • New Clues Shed Light on Sperm Function, Male Fertility
    (28-Apr-2010)
    Researchers uncover key proteins in mice that could lead to new birth control for men

  • Typical Male Behavior Comes From Estrogen, Too
    (28-Apr-2010)
    Both male and female hormones play role in making men masculine, research shows

  • Prostate Cancer Vaccine May Get FDA Approval
    (27-Apr-2010)
    Breakthrough approach lengthens survival, to varying degrees, for men with advanced disease, studies found

  • Remedy Needed for Overdiagnosis of Cancers
    (22-Apr-2010)
    New review finds significant number of mammograms, PSA tests spot tumors that don't need treating

  • Weight Gain, Smoking May Make Prostate Cancer Deadlier
    (20-Apr-2010)
    Men who put on pounds after prostatectomy nearly double odds of recurrence, one study finds

  • Do Statins Lower Male Sex Drive?
    (15-Apr-2010)
    Italian study says yes, but earlier U.S. study had different conclusion

  • Chlamydia Often Overlooked in Young Men
    (15-Apr-2010)
    British study says poor management of related condition leaves many undiagnosed

  • Hormone Therapy May Fight Resistant Prostate Cancer
    (15-Apr-2010)
    Experimental treatment offers hope against cancer that returns after castration

  • Do Statins Lower Male Sex Drive?
    (15-Apr-2010)
    Italian study says yes, but earlier U.S. study had different conclusion

  • Hormone Therapy May Fight Resistant Prostate Cancer
    (15-Apr-2010)
    Experimental treatment offers hope against cancer that returns after castration

  • Study Offers Insights Into Male Pattern Baldness
    (14-Apr-2010)
    Finding could lead to better treatment for hair loss conditions, experts say

  • Prostate Cancer Patients at Higher Risk of Blood Clots
    (14-Apr-2010)
    Dangers were greatest for those on hormone therapy, study found

  • Prostate Cancer Patients at Higher Risk of Blood Clots
    (14-Apr-2010)
    Dangers were greatest for those on hormone therapy, study found

  • Even Mild Sleep Apnea Raises Stroke Risk in Men
    (08-Apr-2010)
    Risk may stem from cumulative effect over many years, study suggests

  • Your Social Network Affects Your Drinking Habits
    (05-Apr-2010)
    Heavy drinkers tend to have friends, relatives who also drink, study finds

  • Unvaccinated Boys at Risk of Mumps-Linked Testicular Problem
    (02-Apr-2010)
    Testicles can swell or atrophy as a result, researchers say

  • Study Revives Debate on Prostate Drug
    (31-Mar-2010)
    Experts disagree on whether medication cuts cancer risk

  • Study Revives Debate on Prostate Drug
    (31-Mar-2010)
    Experts disagree on whether medication cuts cancer risk

  • Study Revives Debate on Prostate Drug
    (31-Mar-2010)
    Experts disagree on whether medication cuts cancer risk

  • Study Revives Debate on Prostate Drug
    (31-Mar-2010)
    Experts disagree on whether medication cuts cancer risk

  • Infertility Raises Risk of More Aggressive Prostate Cancer
    (22-Mar-2010)
    Study found infertile men were 2.6 times more likely to get more dangerous disease

  • Gays, Lesbians Excluded From Some Medical Studies
    (17-Mar-2010)
    Research into sexual health tends to omit them, report finds

  • Abusive Men Often Rationalize Their Behavior
    (17-Mar-2010)
    Many think domestic violence is much more common than it is, researchers say

  • Cancer Articles Tend to Focus on Positive Outcomes
    (16-Mar-2010)
    Newspaper, magazine stories shy away from negative side effects, end-of-life care, review finds

  • Treat Women With Heart Attack Just Like Men: Study
    (16-Mar-2010)
    That will increase their odds of survival, experts say

  • Relief Sought for Secondary Parkinson's Symptoms
    (15-Mar-2010)
    New guidelines target erectile dysfunction, constipation and more

  • Erectile Dysfunction Plus Heart Disease Raises Death Risk
    (15-Mar-2010)
    Study confirms that impotence is a risk factor for heart trouble

  • As You Age, Better Health Means Better Sex
    (10-Mar-2010)
    Association held true for people well into their 80s, study found

  • Scientists Find Key to Hormone-Resistant Prostate Tumors
    (10-Mar-2010)
    Discovery in mouse study may someday extend men's lives

  • Scientists Find Key to Hormone-Resistant Prostate Tumors
    (10-Mar-2010)
    Discovery in mouse study may someday extend men's lives

  • Scientists Find Key to Hormone-Resistant Prostate Tumors
    (10-Mar-2010)
    Discovery in mouse study may someday extend men's lives

  • Doctor's Specialty Often Steers Prostate Cancer Care
    (09-Mar-2010)
    Therapy choice is influenced by physicians' preferences, research suggests

  • New Prostate Cancer Guidelines Aim to Empower the Patient
    (05-Mar-2010)
    Diagnostic test not infallible, can lead to unneeded treatments with unwanted side effects

  • New Drugs, Approaches Offer Hope Against Prostate Cancer
    (04-Mar-2010)
    Experimental medicine shows promise, new test might cut unnecessary biopsies, researchers say

  • New Prostate Cancer Screening Guidelines Unveiled
    (03-Mar-2010)
    American Cancer Society now suggests those with PSA of less than 2.5 be tested every two years

  • New Prostate Cancer Screening Guidelines Unveiled
    (03-Mar-2010)
    American Cancer Society now suggests those with PSA of less than 2.5 be tested every two years

  • New Prostate Cancer Screening Guidelines Unveiled
    (03-Mar-2010)
    American Cancer Society now suggests those with PSA of less than 2.5 be tested every two years

  • Generic Flomax Approved for Enlarged Prostate
    (02-Mar-2010)
    A common condition in older men

  • Generic Flomax Approved for Enlarged Prostate
    (02-Mar-2010)
    A common condition in older men

  • Obesity, Lack of Exercise Heighten Arthritis Risk for Women
    (25-Feb-2010)
    Rates of the condition are higher in U.S. than Canada, study finds

  • Testicular Cancer Survivors May Have Hormone Deficiency
    (22-Feb-2010)
    Too little testosterone can affect quality of life, researchers say

  • Advance Toward Test for Aggressive Prostate Cancer
    (15-Feb-2010)
    Scientists find gene that drives tumor spread, say it could be target for screening

  • Prostate Cancer Diagnosis Raises Suicide Risk
    (03-Feb-2010)
    Patients' odds for cardiovascular death also go up after they get the news, study finds

  • Experts Issue Warning on Prostate Hormone Therapy
    (01-Feb-2010)
    People underestimate effect on heart from androgen deprivation, official says

  • Experts Issue Warning on Prostate Hormone Therapy
    (01-Feb-2010)
    People underestimate effect on heart from androgen deprivation, official says

  • Experts Issue Warning on Prostate Hormone Therapy
    (01-Feb-2010)
    People underestimate effect on heart from androgen deprivation, official says

  • Experts Issue Warning on Prostate Hormone Therapy
    (01-Feb-2010)
    People underestimate effect on heart from androgen deprivation, official says

  • Fake Drugs Bought on the Web Pose Big Health Risks
    (29-Jan-2010)
    2.5 million men in Europe alone may have taken counterfeit Viagra, study says

  • Fake Drugs Bought on the Web Pose Big Health Risks
    (29-Jan-2010)
    2.5 million men in Europe alone may have taken counterfeit Viagra, study says

  • New Scan May Help Find Aggressive Prostate Tumors
    (27-Jan-2010)
    Process is among several that use a variation of MRI technology

  • New Scan May Help Find Aggressive Prostate Tumors
    (27-Jan-2010)
    Process is among several that use a variation of MRI technology

  • More Proof Exercise Leads to Healthier Aging
    (25-Jan-2010)
    Good for the mind and body, series of studies finds

  • Erectile Dysfunction Predicts Heart Disease
    (18-Jan-2010)
    Experts urge more doctors to ask simple question of male patients

  • Women's Natural Scent Most Attractive to Men
    (18-Jan-2010)
    Male hormonal response strongest during female ovulation, study finds

  • Health Agencies Express Concern Over BPA
    (15-Jan-2010)
    HHS, FDA pledge funds for more research on the common plastics chemical

  • Race, Weight May Influence Success of Prostate Surgery
    (15-Jan-2010)
    Among diabetic men undergoing prostatectomy, obese whites have worse outcomes, study finds

  • Taking Viagra Won't Spur Risky Sexual Behavior
    (13-Jan-2010)
    Men in the general population use the drug responsibly, study finds

  • Taking Viagra Won't Spur Risky Sexual Behavior
    (13-Jan-2010)
    Men in the general population use the drug responsibly, study finds

  • Genetic Marker for Aggressive Prostate Cancer Found
    (11-Jan-2010)
    Variant could be used to guide treatment, researchers suggest

  • Health Tip: Why People Lose Their Hair
    (05-Jan-2010)
    Possible reasons behind excessive hair loss

  • Restless Legs Linked to Erectile Dysfunction
    (05-Jan-2010)
    But it's not clear how the two disorders are connected, researchers say

  • Health Care Reform, Swine Flu Top Health News for 2009
    (01-Jan-2010)
    Furor over cancer screening changes and lifting of embryonic stem cell ban also grabbed headlines

  • Study Debunks Notion of 'Healthy Obese' Man
    (28-Dec-2009)
    Heart risks may take years to show up, but they're there, study finds

  • Breast Growth in Boys Might Be Linked to Plastics Chemical
    (15-Dec-2009)
    But it's still too early to say that phthalates actually cause the condition, experts say

  • Beer Ingredient Eyed in Prostate Cancer Prevention
    (09-Dec-2009)
    But experiments in rats should not encourage guys to drink up, experts say

  • Coffee, Exercise Fight Prostate Cancer
    (08-Dec-2009)
    Studies show improved survival among men who partake regularly

  • Testosterone Gets Bad Rap: Study
    (08-Dec-2009)
    The male sex hormone causes status-seeking behavior, but not aggression, researchers say

  • U.S. Cancer Cases, Deaths Continue to Drop
    (08-Dec-2009)
    Report says lifestyle changes, better screening and treatment explain decrease

  • U.S. Cancer Cases, Deaths Continue to Drop
    (08-Dec-2009)
    Report says lifestyle changes, better screening and treatment explain decrease

  • U.S. Cancer Cases, Deaths Continue to Drop
    (08-Dec-2009)
    Report says lifestyle changes, better screening and treatment explain decrease

  • Prostate Hormone Therapy May Up Heart Risks
    (07-Dec-2009)
    Experts urge more awareness that long-term use has consequences

  • Hormonal Drugs Cool Hot Flashes From Prostate Cancer Therapy
    (07-Dec-2009)
    Medroxyprogesterone wins out in comparison study

  • Prostate Hormone Therapy May Up Heart Risks
    (07-Dec-2009)
    Experts urge more awareness that long-term use has consequences

  • Prostate Hormone Therapy May Up Heart Risks
    (07-Dec-2009)
    Experts urge more awareness that long-term use has consequences

  • Prostate Hormone Therapy May Up Heart Risks
    (07-Dec-2009)
    Experts urge more awareness that long-term use has consequences

  • Prostate Hormone Therapy May Up Heart Risks
    (07-Dec-2009)
    Experts urge more awareness that long-term use has consequences

  • Baby Boys May Be at Risk From Mom's Bug Spray Use
    (02-Dec-2009)
    Insect repellents suspected in birth defect that affects male urethra, researchers say

  • Stifled Anger at Work Doubles Men's Risk for Heart Attack
    (24-Nov-2009)
    More open on-the-job interaction might ease the problem, researchers say

  • Recent Cancer Screening Changes Leave Many Confused
    (24-Nov-2009)
    But experts say science is behind reasoning that testing less is OK

  • Spray May Delay Ejaculation
    (19-Nov-2009)
    Using five minutes before intercourse significantly postponed orgasm, study finds

  • Viagra Helpful for Children With Heart Defect
    (17-Nov-2009)
    Pumping ability improved with sildenafil in study group

  • Sudden Cardiac Death Much More Likely to Strike Men
    (16-Nov-2009)
    Males have triple the odds than women, study finds, and black men are especially prone

  • BPA Tied to Impotence in Men
    (11-Nov-2009)
    Chinese factory worker study suggests more potential hazards from the plastics chemical

  • BPA Tied to Impotence in Men
    (11-Nov-2009)
    Chinese factory worker study suggests more potential hazards from the plastics chemical

  • Scientists Grow New Penile Tissue in the Lab
    (09-Nov-2009)
    Rabbits implanted with new cells regained sexual function, study says

  • Hormone Therapy Can Help Some With Prostate Cancer
    (02-Nov-2009)
    But often not needed for early-stage patients, long-running study shows

  • Is Smoking Tougher on Women?
    (25-Oct-2009)
    Research suggests they're more susceptible to dangers of tobacco

  • Guidelines Urge Use of Erectile Dysfunction Drugs
    (22-Oct-2009)
    Which product to prescribe depends on patient preferences, experts say

  • Guidelines Urge Use of Erectile Dysfunction Drugs
    (22-Oct-2009)
    Which product to prescribe depends on patient preferences, experts say

  • Guidelines Urge Use of Erectile Dysfunction Drugs
    (22-Oct-2009)
    Which product to prescribe depends on patient preferences, experts say

  • Suicidal Thoughts May Vary by Antidepressant
    (15-Oct-2009)
    Men face higher risk when taking nortriptyline than escitalopram, study finds

  • Impotence, Incontinence Risk Casts Doubt on High-Tech Prostate Surgery
    (13-Oct-2009)
    Marketing is buoying use of the technique, researchers say, but surgeon's experience is key

  • Dental Plaque Buildup May Raise Heart Risk in Black Men
    (02-Oct-2009)
    White blood cell activity increases in these patients when oral hygiene is neglected, study finds

  • Men Not Being Told Enough About PSA Tests
    (28-Sep-2009)
    Pros, cons of cancer screen not understood, research shows

  • Men Not Being Told Enough About PSA Tests
    (28-Sep-2009)
    Pros, cons of cancer screen not understood, research shows

  • Men Not Being Told Enough About PSA Tests
    (28-Sep-2009)
    Pros, cons of cancer screen not understood, research shows

  • Spider Venom -- The Next Way to Treat Impotence?
    (25-Sep-2009)
    Toxin from the deadly Brazilian wandering spider may improve erections, researchers say

  • Studies Find PSA Screening Unreliable
    (25-Sep-2009)
    Men need to know pros, cons to make informed choice about prostate cancer test, experts say

  • Studies Find PSA Screening Unreliable
    (25-Sep-2009)
    Men need to know pros, cons to make informed choice about prostate cancer test, experts say

  • Studies Find PSA Screening Unreliable
    (25-Sep-2009)
    Men need to know pros, cons to make informed choice about prostate cancer test, experts say

  • Spider Venom -- The Next Way to Treat Impotence?
    (25-Sep-2009)
    Toxin from the deadly Brazilian wandering spider may improve erections, researchers say

  • Hormone Therapy for Prostate Cancer Raises Heart Risks
    (22-Sep-2009)
    Treatment methods should take into account side effects, researchers say

  • Genetics Linked to Early Sexual Activity in Kids
    (18-Sep-2009)
    Impulsive traits may be passed down from parents, research shows

  • Topical Cream for Erectile Dysfunction Shows Promise
    (18-Sep-2009)
    It could become alternative for men who can't tolerate pills, researchers say

  • Middle-Age Heart Risk Factors Shorten Men's Lives
    (18-Sep-2009)
    Smoking, hypertension, high cholesterol cut 10 years of life, study finds

  • For Hispanics, a Unique Cancer Profile Emerges
    (15-Sep-2009)
    Report finds they're less likely to die of cancer but more apt to have certain malignancies

  • Watchful Waiting Works for Older Men With Prostate Cancer
    (15-Sep-2009)
    But experts stress the same does not hold true for patients under 60

  • Watchful Waiting Works for Older Men With Prostate Cancer
    (15-Sep-2009)
    But experts stress the same does not hold true for patients under 60

  • Watchful Waiting Works for Older Men With Prostate Cancer
    (15-Sep-2009)
    But experts stress the same does not hold true for patients under 60

  • FDA Panel Backs Giving HPV Vaccine Gardasil to Young Males
    (10-Sep-2009)
    The advisors also recommend approval of second HPV vaccine, Cervarix, to prevent cervical cancer

  • Getting Closer to the Origins of Prostate Cancer
    (09-Sep-2009)
    Newly discovered stem cell, common STD could help spur tumors, studies find

  • Virus May Drive Some Prostate Cancers
    (08-Sep-2009)
    Testing for XMRV might help spot more aggressive disease, experts say

  • Acupuncture May Help Relieve Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
    (04-Sep-2009)
    Exercise also improves symptoms and related risk factors, study finds

  • Prostate Cancer Over-Diagnosed: Study
    (01-Sep-2009)
    The result is over-treatment for many men, researchers say

  • Adult Weight Gain Tied to Prostate Cancer Risk
    (01-Sep-2009)
    White men risk more aggressive tumors if pounds mount up in 20s, 30s, study finds

  • Whole Grains, Bran May Fight Hypertension in Men
    (28-Aug-2009)
    New findings replicate similar data for women, experts say

  • Hormone Therapy for Early Prostate Cancer Not Always Best
    (25-Aug-2009)
    Study finds treatment raises death risk in those who also have heart disease

  • HPV Vaccine Could Prevent Many Penile Cancers
    (25-Aug-2009)
    Nearly half of the tumors are caused by strains covered by the shot, study finds

  • Testosterone Therapy May Help Men With Heart Failure
    (24-Aug-2009)
    Injections of male hormone boosted cardiac performance in Italian study

  • Testosterone Influences Women's Career Moves
    (24-Aug-2009)
    Those with higher levels of the male hormone take more risks, research finds

  • Testosterone Therapy May Help Men With Heart Failure
    (24-Aug-2009)
    Injections of male hormone boosted cardiac performance in Italian study

  • Sex Hormone Levels Linked to Fractures in Men
    (14-Aug-2009)
    Testing for estradiol, testosterone and SHBG could predict those at risk, expert says

  • Sex Hormone Levels Linked to Fractures in Men
    (14-Aug-2009)
    Testing for estradiol, testosterone and SHBG could predict those at risk, expert says

  • When It Comes to Casual Sex, Men Aren't So Picky
    (12-Aug-2009)
    Women place greater emphasis on good looks, study finds

  • For Macho Men, Doctor Visits Are Less Likely
    (11-Aug-2009)
    Not showing pain, weakness can stop them from getting health care, study suggests

  • New Bone-Building Drug Promising Against Prostate Cancer
    (11-Aug-2009)
    Monoclonal antibody denosumab counters effects of hormone therapy, study finds

  • Young Moms Follow Their Mother's Parenting Style
    (10-Aug-2009)
    Fathers don't seem swayed by the maternal influence, survey finds

  • Drinking Moderately or More Ups Men's Cancer Risk
    (07-Aug-2009)
    Canadian study links regular alcohol consumption to six cancers

  • Men With Angina Do Worse Than Women
    (06-Aug-2009)
    Doubled rate of heart attack, tripled rate of death seen in study

  • Urine Test for Chlamydia Shown Effective in Men
    (28-Jul-2009)
    Experts say quick results make it better than existing methods

  • Viagra Trial for Sickle Cell Lung Problems Halted
    (28-Jul-2009)
    Safety concern from side effects prompts action by U.S. government

  • Most Not Worried by Delayed Prostate Cancer Therapy
    (27-Jul-2009)
    Little anxiety noted in survey of men who opt out of aggressive treatment

  • Men Who Have Prostate Cancer Surgery Do Well
    (27-Jul-2009)
    But study didn't determine value of any treatment vs. watchful waiting

  • Most Not Worried by Delayed Prostate Cancer Therapy
    (27-Jul-2009)
    Little anxiety noted in survey of men who opt out of aggressive treatment

  • Men Who Have Prostate Cancer Surgery Do Well
    (27-Jul-2009)
    But study didn't determine value of any treatment vs. watchful waiting

  • Immune Response May Speed AIDS Progression in Women
    (13-Jul-2009)
    More research needed to determine how gender affects body's reaction to HIV

  • Heavy Drinking Linked to Aggressive Prostate Cancer
    (13-Jul-2009)
    Consumption also appears to undercut effect of cancer-prevention drug

  • Heavy Drinking Linked to Aggressive Prostate Cancer
    (13-Jul-2009)
    Consumption also appears to undercut effect of cancer-prevention drug

  • Heavy Drinking Linked to Aggressive Prostate Cancer
    (13-Jul-2009)
    Consumption also appears to undercut effect of cancer-prevention drug

  • Prostate Drug Appears Safer Than Thought
    (08-Jul-2009)
    Finasteride does not cause more aggressive cancer, study contends

  • Another Genetic Link to Testicular Cancer Is Found
    (02-Jul-2009)
    Discovery may help explain why disease runs in families

  • Sad Dads May Lead to Crying Infants
    (30-Jun-2009)
    More factors should be considered than depression among moms, experts say

  • Women More Likely Than Men to Reject Unattractive Babies
    (24-Jun-2009)
    Study casts doubt on notion of moms' unconditional love

  • Painkillers May Be Good for the Prostate
    (21-Jun-2009)
    Yet medical experts stress that men shouldn't take them with just this in mind

  • Painkillers May Be Good for the Prostate
    (21-Jun-2009)
    Yet medical experts stress that men shouldn't take them with just this in mind

  • Painkillers May Be Good for the Prostate
    (21-Jun-2009)
    Yet medical experts stress that men shouldn't take them with just this in mind

  • Green Tea Component May Slow Prostate Cancer
    (19-Jun-2009)
    Men in small study took capsules equivalent to brewed beverage

  • New Prostate Cancer Biomarker Discovered
    (18-Jun-2009)
    Finding also might apply in other types of cancer, researcher says

  • Dad's Genes May Play Greater Role Than Thought
    (15-Jun-2009)
    Data on 'packaging' in sperm cells may also help assess infertility

  • Blood-Sugar Spikes Send Testosterone Levels Down
    (13-Jun-2009)
    Finding has implications for men with low levels of the hormone, experts say

  • Longer Hormone Treatment May Improve Prostate Cancer Outlook
    (10-Jun-2009)
    European and U.S. studies find similar results

  • Gene Test Helps Detect Prostate Cancer
    (01-Jun-2009)
    New screen boosts accuracy of standard PSA test, study shows

  • Gene Test Helps Detect Prostate Cancer
    (01-Jun-2009)
    New screen boosts accuracy of standard PSA test, study shows

  • Gene Test Helps Detect Prostate Cancer
    (01-Jun-2009)
    New screen boosts accuracy of standard PSA test, study shows

  • Advanced Prostate Cancer Deadlier in Younger Men
    (22-May-2009)
    Patients under 44 were three times more likely to die, study finds

  • Advanced Prostate Cancer Deadlier in Younger Men
    (22-May-2009)
    Patients under 44 were three times more likely to die, study finds

  • Advanced Prostate Cancer Deadlier in Younger Men
    (22-May-2009)
    Patients under 44 were three times more likely to die, study finds

  • Study Reiterates Eye Risks Linked to Flomax
    (19-May-2009)
    Men should be aware of dangers if taking prostate drug, experts say

  • Study Reiterates Eye Risks Linked to Flomax
    (19-May-2009)
    Men should be aware of dangers if taking prostate drug, experts say

  • Study Reiterates Eye Risks Linked to Flomax
    (19-May-2009)
    Men should be aware of dangers if taking prostate drug, experts say

  • Study Reiterates Eye Risks Linked to Flomax
    (19-May-2009)
    Men should be aware of dangers if taking prostate drug, experts say

  • An Aid to Tailoring Prostate Cancer Treatment
    (15-May-2009)
    Study identifies factors to help decide how aggressive therapy should be

  • An Aid to Tailoring Prostate Cancer Treatment
    (15-May-2009)
    Study identifies factors to help decide how aggressive therapy should be

  • An Aid to Tailoring Prostate Cancer Treatment
    (15-May-2009)
    Study identifies factors to help decide how aggressive therapy should be

  • Estrogen May Help Men's Hearts
    (12-May-2009)
    Too much or too little of the hormone, though, can be damaging, study finds

  • FDA Orders Label Warning for Testosterone Gels
    (07-May-2009)
    Men who use the medications must be sure none rubs off on children, agency says

  • Biomarkers May Predict Aggressiveness of Prostate Cancer
    (05-May-2009)
    Cancer expert is wary of finding, however

  • Testosterone Injections Offer Hope for Male Contraceptive
    (05-May-2009)
    Possible alternative to current birth control methods needs more study

  • Biomarkers May Predict Aggressiveness of Prostate Cancer
    (05-May-2009)
    Cancer expert is wary of finding, however

  • Biomarkers May Predict Aggressiveness of Prostate Cancer
    (05-May-2009)
    Cancer expert is wary of finding, however

  • Vitamin E, Selenium and Soy Won't Prevent Prostate Cancer
    (01-May-2009)
    Study found no effect among men with precancerous lesions

  • Some Diet Sodas May Ward Off Kidney Stones
    (29-Apr-2009)
    Other research finds that pomegranate juice could slow prostate cancer

  • Clinics Less Likely to Refer Heart Patients to Cardiologists
    (28-Apr-2009)
    Women especially affected if primary care came from community outlet

  • Circumcision Can Reduce AIDS Risk, Study Shows
    (27-Apr-2009)
    Research also finds no impairment in sexual function from procedure

  • Topical Treatment May Ease Erectile Dysfunction
    (27-Apr-2009)
    In rat study, application of nanoparticles restored potency

  • Heart, Bone Problems May Follow Prostate Cancer Treatment
    (27-Apr-2009)
    Men on hormone-lowering therapy may require close monitoring, researchers say

  • Heart, Bone Problems May Follow Prostate Cancer Treatment
    (27-Apr-2009)
    Men on hormone-lowering therapy may require close monitoring, researchers say

  • Statins Guard Against Prostate Cancer
    (27-Apr-2009)
    Other studies found they also reduced chances of erectile dysfunction

  • Statins Guard Against Prostate Cancer
    (27-Apr-2009)
    Other studies found they also reduced chances of erectile dysfunction

  • Experts Back Away From Annual PSA Test
    (27-Apr-2009)
    Men should have a 'baseline' prostate cancer screen at 40, but yearly PSA may not be necessary, guidelines say

  • Statins Guard Against Prostate Cancer
    (27-Apr-2009)
    Other studies found they also reduced chances of erectile dysfunction

  • Statins Guard Against Prostate Cancer
    (27-Apr-2009)
    Other studies found they also reduced chances of erectile dysfunction

  • Experts Back Away From Annual PSA Test
    (27-Apr-2009)
    Men should have a 'baseline' prostate cancer screen at 40, but yearly PSA may not be necessary, guidelines say

  • Combat Duty Harms Long-Term Health of Vets
    (24-Apr-2009)
    Though soldiers tend to be healthier, trauma erases the advantage, study finds

  • Agent Orange Exposure Tied to Prostate Cancer Return
    (23-Apr-2009)
    Study finds vets at higher risk of aggressive recurrence only 8 months after surgery

  • Fatty Fish May Cut Heart Failure Risk in Men
    (22-Apr-2009)
    Study finds benefit from consuming just one serving a week

  • Older Men Need to Take Closer Look for Melanomas
    (20-Apr-2009)
    If you can't examine your own back, have a loved one take a look, study says

  • Impotence Drugs Don't Harm Vision: Study
    (14-Apr-2009)
    Trial by drug maker Eli Lilly found no problems at 6 months of use

  • Impotence Drugs Don't Harm Vision: Study
    (14-Apr-2009)
    Trial by drug maker Eli Lilly found no problems at 6 months of use

  • Impotence Drugs Don't Harm Vision: Study
    (14-Apr-2009)
    Trial by drug maker Eli Lilly found no problems at 6 months of use

  • Stress Management Battles Prostate Cancer Anxiety
    (08-Apr-2009)
    Brief counseling before, after surgery eases concern over side effects, study finds

  • Larger Men at Greater Risk for Atrial Fibrillation
    (08-Apr-2009)
    Swedish study says since children are getting bigger, condition may become more common

  • Stress Management Battles Prostate Cancer Anxiety
    (08-Apr-2009)
    Brief counseling before, after surgery eases concern over side effects, study finds

  • New Prostate Cancer Drug May Hold Promise
    (07-Apr-2009)
    Researchers apply for large-scale testing after 'very promising' early results

  • New Prostate Cancer Drug May Hold Promise
    (07-Apr-2009)
    Researchers apply for large-scale testing after 'very promising' early results

  • New Prostate Cancer Drug May Hold Promise
    (07-Apr-2009)
    Researchers apply for large-scale testing after 'very promising' early results

  • New Prostate Cancer Drug May Hold Promise
    (07-Apr-2009)
    Researchers apply for large-scale testing after 'very promising' early results

  • Male Infertility Treatment Boosts Sperm Count
    (06-Apr-2009)
    Small Egyptian study uses hormone-antioxidant combo to improve odds of conception

  • Male Infertility Treatment Boosts Sperm Count
    (06-Apr-2009)
    Small Egyptian study uses hormone-antioxidant combo to improve odds of conception

  • Topical Spray Helped Men With Premature Ejaculation
    (06-Apr-2009)
    Study found they could delay orgasm six times longer than before

  • Genetic Finding May Lead to Male Contraceptive
    (03-Apr-2009)
    Prospect stems from discovery of mutation affecting infertility

  • Gene May Explain Women's Heightened Lupus Risk
    (02-Apr-2009)
    Disease-prone mice lacking this factor failed to develop common symptoms, study finds

  • Scientists ID New Biomarker for Prostate Cancer
    (25-Mar-2009)
    Study finds cleaved galectin-3 may serve as treatment target against disease progression

  • Scientists ID New Biomarker for Prostate Cancer
    (25-Mar-2009)
    Study finds cleaved galectin-3 may serve as treatment target against disease progression

  • Omega-3 Fatty Acids Guard Against Advanced Prostate Cancer
    (24-Mar-2009)
    Even men genetically predisposed to disease benefit from eating fish, study finds

  • Omega-3 Fatty Acids Guard Against Advanced Prostate Cancer
    (24-Mar-2009)
    Even men genetically predisposed to disease benefit from eating fish, study finds

  • With the Economy Down, Vasectomy Rates Are Up
    (23-Mar-2009)
    The expense of raising another child may be driving the trend, doctors say

  • With the Economy Down, Vasectomy Rates Are Up
    (23-Mar-2009)
    The expense of raising another child may be driving the trend, doctors say

  • Support Network May Play Role in Benefits of Drinking
    (19-Mar-2009)
    Heart risks are found to be less pronounced in highly social men

  • PSA Testing: What Should Men Do?
    (19-Mar-2009)
    Fallout from 2 studies, pro and con, has experts in a quandry

  • 2 Studies Conflict Over Value of Prostate Cancer Screening
    (18-Mar-2009)
    Doctors acknowledge that the PSA test is a far from perfect tool

  • Experts Revise Guidelines on Daily Aspirin for Heart
    (16-Mar-2009)
    Lower dose appears safe and effective against heart attack in men, stroke in women

  • 'Watchful Waiting' Safe With Low-Risk Prostate Cancers
    (16-Mar-2009)
    Study suggests close monitoring offers some men better quality of life

  • Abnormal Heart Rhythm Boosts Death Risk for Diabetics
    (12-Mar-2009)
    Blood pressure and cholesterol should be controlled more aggressively, study suggests

  • 'Male Lumpectomy' May Help Some With Prostate Cancer
    (10-Mar-2009)
    Procedure involves freezing tumor rather than removing entire gland

  • 'Male Lumpectomy' May Help Some With Prostate Cancer
    (10-Mar-2009)
    Procedure involves freezing tumor rather than removing entire gland

  • 'Male Lumpectomy' May Help Some With Prostate Cancer
    (10-Mar-2009)
    Procedure involves freezing tumor rather than removing entire gland

  • Late-Life Fatherhood May Lower Child's Intelligence
    (09-Mar-2009)
    A man's biological clock may be ticking too, researchers say

  • More Vitamin C May Mean Less Chance of Gout
    (09-Mar-2009)
    With 1,500 milligrams a day, men cut their risk by 45%, study finds

  • Men Who Get Active in Midlife Live Longer
    (06-Mar-2009)
    Effect of adding exercise equals that of stopping smoking, experts say

  • Men's Sex Lives May Suffer as Waistlines Expand
    (03-Mar-2009)
    Gastric bypass surgery can restore function for obese males, study finds

  • Men With BRCA Gene Mutations Unaware of Cancer Risks
    (27-Feb-2009)
    They need to be more aware of the threats to themselves and relatives, study says

  • Men's Stroke Risk Rises Dramatically in Mid-40s
    (26-Feb-2009)
    And the contributing factors are often those seen in older patients, study finds

  • Drugs May Help Healthy Men Lower Prostate Cancer Risk
    (24-Feb-2009)
    New guidelines suggest that men discuss use of medicines such as Propecia with their doctor

  • PSA Tests Not Race-Specific, Study Finds
    (24-Feb-2009)
    Contrary to common belief, same threshold works well for black and white men, researchers say

  • PSA Tests Not Race-Specific, Study Finds
    (24-Feb-2009)
    Contrary to common belief, same threshold works well for black and white men, researchers say

  • Male Infertility Tied to Testicular Cancer Risk
    (23-Feb-2009)
    A common factor may boost the odds for both, researchers say

  • Many Older Men Won't Benefit from PSA Test
    (20-Feb-2009)
    Screening may prove an unnecessary expense in men 75 or older, researchers say

  • 1 in 10 Ex-NFL Players Used Steroids, Poll Reports
    (20-Feb-2009)
    Finding comes from confidential survey in research that highlights drugs' damage to long-term health

  • ER Less Likely to Diagnose Stroke in Younger Folks
    (18-Feb-2009)
    New research finds misdiagnosis risk goes up as age goes down

  • Men Must Contend With a Biological Clock, Too
    (14-Feb-2009)
    Older males face higher risk of fathering children with medical problems, research finds

  • Researchers ID Biomarker for Fatal Prostate Cancer
    (13-Feb-2009)
    Men with highest ionized serum calcium 3 times more likely to die, study finds

  • Smokeless Tobacco May Not Help Smokers Quit
    (12-Feb-2009)
    Success in Sweden doesn't transfer to U.S., study finds

  • 2 or More Sodas a Day Boost Women's Kidney Risks
    (12-Feb-2009)
    They're twice as likely to show early damage, and study says it's likely all that sugar

  • Levels of Circulating Tumor Cells Could Predict Prostate Cancer Outcome
    (11-Feb-2009)
    New method of tracking changes proves better predictor than PSA, study says

  • Urine Test May One Day Predict Prostate Cancer
    (11-Feb-2009)
    Lab results identify component linked to aggressiveness of disease

  • Urine Test May One Day Predict Prostate Cancer
    (11-Feb-2009)
    Lab results identify component linked to aggressiveness of disease

  • Marijuana Linked to Aggressive Testicular Cancer
    (09-Feb-2009)
    But not all are sure that adolescents' use of cannabis causes cells to proliferate

  • Female Hormones Deter Salt-Sensitive Hypertension
    (06-Feb-2009)
    Estrogen appears to improve kidneys' ability to shed sodium, study says

  • Artificial Light Linked to Prostate Cancer Risk
    (04-Feb-2009)
    But don't turn off electricity, researchers say, just take this into account in energy policies

  • Fractures in Older Adults Up Death Risk
    (03-Feb-2009)
    Study finds all breaks, not just hip fractures, tied to increased mortality

  • Gender May Influence Heart Failure Treatment
    (22-Jan-2009)
    Care varies for men and women, and by male and female doctors, study finds

  • U.S. Chlamydia Infections Hit All-Time High
    (13-Jan-2009)
    Million-plus cases reported; women and minorities disproportionately affected, CDC says

  • Health Tip: Losing Your Hair?
    (12-Jan-2009)
    Here are possible solutions

  • Gene Variant May Hike Women's Risk of Alzheimer's
    (12-Jan-2009)
    Men can carry the variation as well, study finds

  • In High-Stakes Stock Trading, Finger Length Matters
    (12-Jan-2009)
    Study finds testosterone exposure in womb creates long ring finger, financial success

  • In High-Stakes Stock Trading, Finger Length Matters
    (12-Jan-2009)
    Study finds testosterone exposure in womb creates long ring finger, financial success

  • More 'Screen Time' Linked to Poor Fitness in Girls
    (07-Jan-2009)
    But teenage boys don't seem to be as susceptible, study suggests

  • Lung Cancer: Still the Biggest Cancer Killer, by Far
    (28-Dec-2008)
    While researchers make advances, quitting smoking remains your best bet

  • Health Tip: Why You May Have Erectile Dysfunction
    (26-Dec-2008)
    Some common physical causes

  • Health Tip: Why You May Have Erectile Dysfunction
    (26-Dec-2008)
    Some common physical causes

  • Health Tip: Warning Signs of Enlarged Prostate
    (24-Dec-2008)
    Signs that you should get treatment

  • Health Tip: Warning Signs of Enlarged Prostate
    (24-Dec-2008)
    Signs that you should get treatment

  • Radiation Plus Hormone Therapy Cuts Prostate Cancer Deaths
    (16-Dec-2008)
    Study confirms effectiveness of widely used approach, experts say

  • Deciphering the Language of Intoxication
    (15-Dec-2008)
    Tipsy and drunk mean different things to men and women and could alter treatment, study finds

  • Colorectal Cancer Racial Gap Still Growing
    (15-Dec-2008)
    Blacks 45% more likely to die from the disease than whites, report says

  • Colonoscopy Has a 'Right Side' Blind Spot
    (15-Dec-2008)
    Procedure better at detecting problems on left side of colon, study says

  • Deaths From Heart Disease, Stroke Down 30%
    (15-Dec-2008)
    Medical advances, not lifestyle changes, are source of the improvement, AHA says

  • Selenium, Vitamins E and C Won't Prevent Prostate Cancer
    (09-Dec-2008)
    Large trials fail to confirm suspected benefit

  • Selenium, Vitamins E and C Won't Prevent Prostate Cancer
    (09-Dec-2008)
    Large trials fail to confirm suspected benefit

  • Selenium, Vitamins E and C Won't Prevent Prostate Cancer
    (09-Dec-2008)
    Large trials fail to confirm suspected benefit

  • Women's Death Rate Higher From Severe Heart Attack
    (08-Dec-2008)
    Undertreatment at the hospital may be a contributing cause, study suggests

  • Single Men Less Likely to Get Prostate Screens
    (08-Dec-2008)
    This held true even for men with a family history of the disease, researchers say

  • Single Men Less Likely to Get Prostate Screens
    (08-Dec-2008)
    This held true even for men with a family history of the disease, researchers say

  • Treatment Options Are Many for Prostate Cancer
    (05-Dec-2008)
    Some doctors say many tumors can be left untreated, depending on man's age

  • Treatment Options Are Many for Prostate Cancer
    (05-Dec-2008)
    Some doctors say many tumors can be left untreated, depending on man's age

  • Prostate Cancer Stimulates Nerve Growth
    (03-Dec-2008)
    And this phenomenon is tied to more aggressive disease, researchers say

  • Bad Bosses Are Hard on the Heart
    (25-Nov-2008)
    Study ties work woes to fatal cardiovascular events in men

  • New System Improves Distribution of Donated Livers
    (25-Nov-2008)
    Gains reported for blacks, but women lagging behind men, study finds

  • U.S. Cancer Rate-Death Rate Combo Drops for 1st Time
    (25-Nov-2008)
    But smoking-related cancers continue to rise in some regions of country, report finds

  • Hypertension May Hit Black Males Earlier
    (24-Nov-2008)
    Different tests may be needed to detect rising blood pressure in these men, experts say

  • Gene Screen Might Predict Prostate Cancer
    (17-Nov-2008)
    Such a test would be especially useful for blacks, other high-risk groups

  • Many Ignore Symptoms of Bladder Trouble
    (15-Nov-2008)
    November is health awareness month, so check with a physician if you're in pain

  • Younger Men Fare Best After Hip Joint Resurfacing
    (14-Nov-2008)
    The new procedure is an alternative to hip replacement, but complications occur, experts say

  • Lung Cancer May Be Deadlier for Men
    (13-Nov-2008)
    Gender is the major socioeconomic factor influencing outcomes, study finds

  • Gender Matches Benefit Heart Transplants
    (12-Nov-2008)
    Best results achieved with male-to-male surgeries, study finds

  • Excess Weight Ups Risk of Death, No Matter Where It Collects
    (12-Nov-2008)
    But too much abdominal fat poses a bigger threat, study finds

  • Semi-Annual Time Changes May Affect the Heart
    (01-Nov-2008)
    Swedish researchers say heart attack rates change when clocks are adjusted

  • Preeclampsia Might Protect Against Testicular Cancer
    (31-Oct-2008)
    Study suggests link between high blood pressure in pregnancy and risk of the malignancy

  • Statins Lower Blood Marker for Prostate Cancer
    (30-Oct-2008)
    But it's not clear if the cholesterol-lowering drugs protect against the disease

  • Women at Higher Risk for Pulmonary Hypertension
    (29-Oct-2008)
    They are 4 times more apt to develop the lung artery disorder, study shows

  • Cialis May Help Ease Pulmonary Hypertension
    (28-Oct-2008)
    Once-daily dose of the ED drug delayed disease progression, researchers found

  • Color Red Makes Men Amorous
    (28-Oct-2008)
    And study finds they're, well, clueless about its impact on them

  • Cialis May Help Ease Pulmonary Hypertension
    (28-Oct-2008)
    Once-daily dose of the ED drug delayed disease progression, researchers found

  • Sexual Dysfunction Common a Year After Major Trauma
    (22-Oct-2008)
    Rate double that for healthy patients, regardless of gender, site of injury, study says

  • Eating Fast Until Full Triples Overweight Risk
    (22-Oct-2008)
    Availability of cheap foods, larger portions changes dining behavior, Japanese study says

  • Suicide Rates Rise Among Baby Boomers
    (21-Oct-2008)
    Middle-aged white women at increasing risk, study finds

  • Study Evaluates Laser Therapies for Hair Removal
    (20-Oct-2008)
    Findings suggest combo treatments less effective, more painful than singular procedures

  • Smoking, Gender Affect Pain Treatment Effectiveness
    (18-Oct-2008)
    Men who light up show less improvement after therapy, study says

  • Rethinking Prostate Cancer in Older Men
    (17-Oct-2008)
    Research suggests aggressive treatment is viable, even for patients in their late 70s

  • Understanding the Benefits and Risks of Chemotherapy
    (16-Oct-2008)
    Besides hair loss and nausea, side effects include fatigue, vomiting, mouth sores and pain

  • Brain Pressure More Likely to Cause Vision Loss in Men
    (15-Oct-2008)
    Though women have condition more often, men suffer side effects twice as much, study says

  • Smoking Makes You Old Before Your Time
    (15-Oct-2008)
    It even affects quality of life in those who quit, Finnish study reports.

  • Brain Chemical Could Spur Lovesickness
    (15-Oct-2008)
    A monogamous rodent could shed light on romantic loss

  • New Genetic Links to Baldness Discovered
    (13-Oct-2008)
    The hope is the finding could one day lead to a screening test

  • New Genetic Links to Baldness Discovered
    (13-Oct-2008)
    The hope is the finding could one day lead to a screening test

  • Blood Pressure on the Rise in America
    (13-Oct-2008)
    More people being treated for hypertension than ever before, study finds

  • Excess Drinking Shrinks the Brain
    (13-Oct-2008)
    Too much alcohol has a greater effect on women, study found

  • Little-Known Fat Can Be a Heartbreaker
    (10-Oct-2008)
    Elevated lipoprotein (a) levels boost cardiovascular disease risk for some

  • Rapaflo Approved for Enlarged Prostate
    (09-Oct-2008)
    The leading reason men visit urologists

  • Study Suggests Red Wine May Protect Against Lung Cancer
    (07-Oct-2008)
    But authors say research, which focused on men, doesn't mean it's OK to smoke

  • Role of Circumcision in Reducing HIV Risk Still Unclear
    (07-Oct-2008)
    Review doesn't find a protective effect in post-HAART era

  • Prostate Meds Not Tied to Increased Hip Fracture Risk
    (07-Oct-2008)
    But long-term effects of hormone-blocking drugs still need review, study finds

  • Obesity, Insulin Level Impact Prostate Cancer Survival
    (06-Oct-2008)
    Heavy men with high output of the hormone had quadruple the death risk, study found

  • Could Chinese Herb Be a Natural Viagra?
    (03-Oct-2008)
    Early research suggests 'horny goat weed' might help men with impotence

  • Could Chinese Herb Be a Natural Viagra?
    (03-Oct-2008)
    Early research suggests 'horny goat weed' might help men with impotence

  • Vitamin C Protects Some Elderly Men From Bone Loss
    (26-Sep-2008)
    New study doesn't show same result for women, however

  • Hormone Therapy Not Best for Older Prostate Cancer Patients
    (23-Sep-2008)
    Study found giving it before radiation raised death risk 20% in this group

  • Hormone Therapy Not Best for Older Prostate Cancer Patients
    (23-Sep-2008)
    Study found giving it before radiation raised death risk 20% in this group

  • Many Doctors Don't Know Blood Pressure Guidelines
    (19-Sep-2008)
    Proper treatment often not started among middle-aged men, study finds

  • Drug Can Slow Bone Loss in Prostate Cancer Patients
    (19-Sep-2008)
    Hormone-deprivation Rx erodes bone, but meds like Fosamax can help, study shows

  • Web Site Helps Cancer Patients With Fertility Preservation
    (15-Sep-2008)
    Northwestern consortium's program features message boards, videos and advice

  • Sleep Apnea May Cause Erectile Dysfunction
    (12-Sep-2008)
    Condition may persist, but mouse research shows drug restores oxygen, sexual functioning

  • 2 Million Cancer Cases Tied to Tobacco Use
    (04-Sep-2008)
    The U.S. review covered the period from 1999 to 2004

  • Height May Boost Prostate Cancer Risk, Study Suggests
    (03-Sep-2008)
    But the findings could be pure chance, one expert says

  • Study Links Serum Calcium, Prostate Cancer Death
    (03-Sep-2008)
    High, but still normal, levels triple risk of aggressive disease

  • 'Bonding Gene' Could Help Men Stay Married
    (02-Sep-2008)
    One form of DNA linked to marital bliss, the other to discord, study found

  • Children of Older Fathers at Risk for Bipolar Disorder
    (02-Sep-2008)
    Offspring of men 55 and older were 1.37 times more likely to be diagnosed, study finds

  • ED Drug Relieves Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
    (19-Aug-2008)
    In men with enlarged prostates, daily Cialis showed benefit without side effects

  • ED Drug Relieves Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
    (19-Aug-2008)
    In men with enlarged prostates, daily Cialis showed benefit without side effects

  • ED Drug Relieves Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
    (19-Aug-2008)
    In men with enlarged prostates, daily Cialis showed benefit without side effects

  • Testosterone Associated With Disease Transmission
    (15-Aug-2008)
    Mouse study finds hormone affects behavior, drives spread of contact illness

  • Statins Might Reverse ED in Some Men
    (15-Aug-2008)
    In animal study, effect on those with metabolic syndrome was seen within days

  • Asthma's Course Differs by Gender
    (15-Aug-2008)
    By puberty, condition may be passing phase in boys, but more permanent in girls, study says

  • Testosterone Associated With Disease Transmission
    (15-Aug-2008)
    Mouse study finds hormone affects behavior, drives spread of contact illness

  • Surgery Helps With Prostate Cancer, Sometimes
    (12-Aug-2008)
    New study fails to settle question about best treatment for the disease

  • One in 5 Young Men Had Prostate Screen in Past Year
    (11-Aug-2008)
    Analysis may aid in guiding recommendations on who should get screened and when

  • Stroke Risk Plummets With Healthy Lifestyle
    (11-Aug-2008)
    Quitting smoking, eating properly and exercising protects your brain, study finds

  • One in 5 Young Men Had Prostate Screen in Past Year
    (11-Aug-2008)
    Analysis may aid in guiding recommendations on who should get screened and when

  • One in 5 Young Men Had Prostate Screen in Past Year
    (11-Aug-2008)
    Analysis may aid in guiding recommendations on who should get screened and when

  • Obese Men Face Twin Threat From Prostate Cancer
    (08-Aug-2008)
    Delayed diagnosis, less successful surgery, pair of studies finds

  • Men More Likely Than Women to Adopt Children
    (07-Aug-2008)
    Report says it may be that some men adopt women's kids from previous relationship

  • Study Links Agent Orange to Prostate Cancer in Vietnam Vets
    (06-Aug-2008)
    But some researchers say the finding fails to establish cause-and-effect

  • Excessive Drinking Boosts Risk for Metabolic Syndrome
    (04-Aug-2008)
    More than 2 a day for men, 1 for women, increases odds of obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes

  • Health Tip: Good Health for Men
    (04-Aug-2008)
    Follow these guidelines

  • New Guidelines Rule Out Prostate Screening for Men Over 75
    (04-Aug-2008)
    The hazards outweigh benefits, government task force reports

  • Many Cancer Patients Turn to Complementary Medicine
    (04-Aug-2008)
    Women, especially breast and ovarian tumor patients, more likely to use these therapies

  • New Guidelines Rule Out Prostate Screening for Men Over 75
    (04-Aug-2008)
    The hazards outweigh benefits, government task force reports

  • New Guidelines Rule Out Prostate Screening for Men Over 75
    (04-Aug-2008)
    The hazards outweigh benefits, government task force reports

  • New Guidelines Rule Out Prostate Screening for Men Over 75
    (04-Aug-2008)
    The hazards outweigh benefits, government task force reports

  • Mouse Study Finds Molecule That Tells Hair to Grow
    (31-Jul-2008)
    Could one day lead to treatments for baldness, researchers say

  • Mouse Study Finds Molecule That Tells Hair to Grow
    (31-Jul-2008)
    Could one day lead to treatments for baldness, researchers say

  • Prostate Cancer Treatment Could Impair Men's Thinking
    (29-Jul-2008)
    Hormone deprivation approach seems to affect memory, concentration, study finds

  • Soy Linked to Low Sperm Count
    (24-Jul-2008)
    Could affect fertility, especially in overweight and obese men, researchers report

  • Simple Procedure Improves Male Fertility
    (23-Jul-2008)
    Correcting varicose veins in scrotum boosts sperm count, motility, study finds

  • Viagra May Boost Female Libido in Some Cases
    (22-Jul-2008)
    Study suggests sildenafil may reduce sexual dysfunction for women taking antidepressants

  • Cancer Survival Depends on Where You Live
    (17-Jul-2008)
    U.S. does better than Europe, although American whites do better than blacks, study finds

  • Too Much, Too Little Sleep Linked to Stroke Risk
    (17-Jul-2008)
    Postmenopausal women who slept more than nine hours a night had up to 70% higher risk

  • Optimism About Heart Risk Pays Off
    (14-Jul-2008)
    Study finds lower death rate for men with upbeat outlook, but same did not hold true for women

  • Gender Plays Role in Post-Concussion Healing
    (10-Jul-2008)
    Females scored worse than males on neurocognitive tests; reason remains elusive

  • Melanoma Rates Soar Among Younger Women
    (10-Jul-2008)
    But rates of the cancer in young men haven't changed, study says

  • Men Often Not Told of Severity of Wife's Cancer
    (09-Jul-2008)
    Study finds almost 40% say docs never said condition was terminal until near death

  • Diabetes, Weight Tied to Male Infertility
    (09-Jul-2008)
    Both conditions cause significant decrease in body's ability to repair sperm DNA, studies find

  • Low Iron Levels Cut Cancer Risk in Men With PAD
    (08-Jul-2008)
    Those who had phlebotomy were 37% less likely to develop disease

  • Hormone Therapy Shows Little Benefit Against Prostate Cancer
    (08-Jul-2008)
    Survival rates no different than 'watchful waiting,' study shows

  • Hormone Therapy Shows Little Benefit Against Prostate Cancer
    (08-Jul-2008)
    Survival rates no different than 'watchful waiting,' study shows

  • Father's Age a Factor in Infertility
    (07-Jul-2008)
    Being over 35 meant lower pregnancy rates, higher chances of miscarriage for couple, study finds

  • Lots of Sex May Prevent Erectile Dysfunction
    (03-Jul-2008)
    It's the 'use it or lose it' principle at work, one expert says

  • More 90-Plus Women Than Men Prone to Dementia
    (02-Jul-2008)
    But far more women live to be that old, study authors note

  • Elevated Albumin Levels in Urine Raise Hypertension Risk
    (30-Jun-2008)
    Findings suggest current concept of 'normal' protein secretion needs revision

  • Studies Support Testosterone Supplements for Older Men
    (17-Jun-2008)
    Low levels of the hormone could boost death risk, researchers say

  • Radiation May Help When Prostate Cancer Returns
    (17-Jun-2008)
    It halved the death rate and might need to be used more often, researchers say

  • Countdown to Hair Loss
    (16-Jun-2008)
    Study offers method to gauge whether you're bound for baldness

  • Countdown to Hair Loss
    (16-Jun-2008)
    Study offers method to gauge whether you're bound for baldness

  • Fitness a Key Element in Determining Male Diabetic's Longevity
    (15-Jun-2008)
    7-year study found staying in good shape more important than weight

  • ED an Indicator of Men's Health
    (15-Jun-2008)
    Dysfunction could be the 'portal' to heart problems, vascular disease, type 2 diabetes, study says

  • A Health Gift for Men on Father's Day
    (15-Jun-2008)
    Be aware of your prostate cancer risk, experts advise

  • ED an Indicator of Men's Health
    (15-Jun-2008)
    Dysfunction could be the 'portal' to heart problems, vascular disease, type 2 diabetes, study says

  • Women Get Lung Cancer From Smoking at Same Rates as Men
    (14-Jun-2008)
    Health experts had debated whether women were more vulnerable to the disease

  • Pursuit of Females Dates Way, Way Back
    (13-Jun-2008)
    Skeletal findings suggest men fighting over women took place even in prehistoric times.

  • Researchers ID Traits of Aggressive Prostate Cancer
    (13-Jun-2008)
    Findings could lead to diagnostic urine test for 10% of men with the disease

  • Abnormal Sleep Patterns in Older Men Spell Trouble
    (12-Jun-2008)
    Study found those who were outside the norm faced higher mortality rate

  • Low Vitamin D Levels May Boost Men's Heart Attack Risk
    (09-Jun-2008)
    Findings suggest current dietary requirements need to be increased

  • Androgen Production Continues in Prostate Cancer Tumors
    (03-Jun-2008)
    Growths are able to maintain significant testosterone levels despite therapy, study finds

  • Androgen Production Continues in Prostate Cancer Tumors
    (03-Jun-2008)
    Growths are able to maintain significant testosterone levels despite therapy, study finds

  • Type of Tomato Product Determines Power Against Prostate Cancer
    (29-May-2008)
    Compound produced during drying works with lycopene to protect against malignancies, study suggests

  • TV Commercials Color Gender Choices for Careers
    (28-May-2008)
    Study finds stereotypes remain, men more influenced by scenes about jobs

  • Men With Low Testosterone Not Receiving Treatment
    (27-May-2008)
    Study finds patients with deficiency more likely to be poorer and without insurance

  • Vitamin D Status Not Associated With Lower Prostate Risk
    (27-May-2008)
    But study finds evidence of slight link between higher concentrations, aggressive disease

  • Men With Low Testosterone Not Receiving Treatment
    (27-May-2008)
    Study finds patients with deficiency more likely to be poorer and without insurance

  • Vitamin D Status Not Associated With Lower Prostate Risk
    (27-May-2008)
    But study finds evidence of slight link between higher concentrations, aggressive disease

  • Gene Therapy May Treat Erectile Dysfunction
    (20-May-2008)
    Studies in both men and monkeys show effectiveness of treatment

  • Gene Therapy May Treat Erectile Dysfunction
    (20-May-2008)
    Studies in both men and monkeys show effectiveness of treatment

  • Erectile Dysfunction a Strong Harbinger of Heart Trouble
    (19-May-2008)
    Studies found having ED increased risk in diabetic men

  • Erectile Dysfunction a Strong Harbinger of Heart Trouble
    (19-May-2008)
    Studies found having ED increased risk in diabetic men

  • Study Finds Gender Disparity in Community-Acquired Pneumonia
    (18-May-2008)
    Men checking into ERs sicker than women, more likely to die within a year

  • Prostate Cancer Vaccine Looks Promising in Early Trial
    (18-May-2008)
    Could help men with metastatic, recurring disease, researchers say

  • Prostate Cancer Vaccine Looks Promising in Early Trial
    (18-May-2008)
    Could help men with metastatic, recurring disease, researchers say

  • Prostate Cancer Vaccine Looks Promising in Early Trial
    (18-May-2008)
    Could help men with metastatic, recurring disease, researchers say

  • Lowering Dietary Fat May Help Prevent Prostate Cancer
    (15-May-2008)
    Findings in mouse model hint of new treatment strategies for the disease

  • Genes Play Part in Prostate Cancer Among Races
    (15-May-2008)
    Whites at higher risk than Hispanics, but genetics determines who gets it

  • Viagra May Protect Hearts of Some Muscular Dystrophy Patients
    (12-May-2008)
    In study with mice, drug prevented heart failure in those with Duchenne muscular dystrophy

  • Docs Issue Guideline on Screening for Osteoporosis in Men
    (07-May-2008)
    Scanning those over 65 could cut expected 50% increase in cases in next 15 years

  • Alcoholism Gender Gap Is Closing
    (06-May-2008)
    Changing social mores, opportunities for women make it not just a 'man's disease' anymore

  • Biomarker Spots Which Lesions Likely to Progress to Prostate Cancer
    (02-May-2008)
    Finding could help men with precancerous lesions avoid unnecessary needle biopsies

  • Alzheimer's Disease Risk Factors May Be Gender-Specific
    (01-May-2008)
    French study finds depression, stroke key factors in progression toward dementia

  • Health Tip: Pre-Pregnancy Health for Men
    (30-Apr-2008)
    Fertility doesn't rest solely with the woman

  • Pituitary Hormone May Boost Women's Heart Risk
    (29-Apr-2008)
    Thyrotropin levels increasing even within normal range associated with dangers

  • Heart Disease Risks Hit Boys in Teens
    (21-Apr-2008)
    Girls protected by hormones during adolescence, study suggests

  • Dealing Cervical Cancer a Knockout Blow
    (18-Apr-2008)
    Doctors step up efforts to vaccinate young women against virus that causes the disease

  • Men More Likely to Develop Cognitive Problems
    (16-Apr-2008)
    They face greater risk of losing memory and thinking skills, study finds

  • Heart Failure Drugs Linked to Hip Bone Loss in Older Men
    (15-Apr-2008)
    Loop diuretics more than double risk for fractures, study finds

  • Celebrex Plus Lipitor Could Fight Prostate Cancer
    (14-Apr-2008)
    Combining painkiller with statin slows tumor progression, mouse study suggests

  • Elevated Urate Levels May Slow Parkinson's in Men
    (14-Apr-2008)
    Those with highest amount had almost half the risk of needing to start treatment

  • Testosterone Levels Among Financial Traders Affect Performance
    (14-Apr-2008)
    British study found those with more of the male hormone in the morning made more money

  • Male Contraception: Progress Slow but Steady
    (12-Apr-2008)
    Experts say future choices will extend beyond condoms, vasectomy

  • Postmenopausal Women's Sexual Dissatisfaction Not Linked to Heart Troubles
    (10-Apr-2008)
    Study did see modest tie between displeasure, peripheral artery disease

  • Testosterone Therapy May Reduce Bone Loss in Older Men
    (07-Apr-2008)
    But long-term effects of the hormone treatment aren't known, researchers say

  • Dads' Early-Onset Obesity Linked to Liver Disease in Kids
    (03-Apr-2008)
    Genetic ties suspected between father's, but not mother's, weight and elevated enzymes

  • Male Partner Violence Hurts Women's Health Worldwide
    (03-Apr-2008)
    WHO study finds aftereffects reverberate long after the incidents

  • Dads' Substance Use Hurts Expectant Moms' Efforts to Quit
    (28-Mar-2008)
    Many mothers return to old habits if father continues smoking, drinking, study says

  • Hormone Combo May Provide Reversible Male Birth Control Tool
    (28-Mar-2008)
    Testosterone coupled with progestin effectively suppressed sperm production

  • Older Women Have Harder Time Preserving Muscle Than Men
    (26-Mar-2008)
    Key difference appears to be how their bodies react to protein, study says.

  • Neighborhood Influences Exercise Levels
    (25-Mar-2008)
    Even more than income, where people live determines who goes out to play, study finds

  • MRI Can Be Predictor of Post-Treatment Prostate Cancer Spread
    (25-Mar-2008)
    Those having radiation therapy may want to request more aggressive therapy, study finds

  • Cancer Poses Challenges for Husbands' Frame of Mind
    (20-Mar-2008)
    They take their cues from wives' emotional well-being, study suggests

  • Low Folate Levels May Harm Sperm
    (20-Mar-2008)
    Prospective dads might want to up their intake of the nutrient, study suggests

  • Quality of Life an Issue in Prostate Cancer Treatment
    (19-Mar-2008)
    Each therapy has an impact on overall day-to-day living, experts say

  • The Gender Divide Starts Over Dinner
    (19-Mar-2008)
    U.S. survey shows men eat the meat, women go for the veggies

  • Tissue-Freezing Technique Effective Against Prostate Cancer
    (18-Mar-2008)
    But more study may still be needed to bring therapy into the mainstream, experts say

  • Fewer Steps Per Day Send Disease Markers Up
    (18-Mar-2008)
    Insulin levels hike very fast when daily physical activity declines, Danish study found.

  • Women's Risk for a Certain Skin Cancer Varies by Geography
    (13-Mar-2008)
    Study finds more squamous cell carcinomas in southern U.S. states

  • U.S. Syphilis Rate Grows for 7th Year in Row
    (12-Mar-2008)
    Increase largely driven by new cases among gay, bisexual men, CDC reports

  • Magnesium May Lower Risk for Some Strokes in Male Smokers
    (11-Mar-2008)
    Study suggests eating foods such as whole grains cuts risk of cerebral infarction

  • PSA Test Losing Diagnostic Value, Study Says
    (10-Mar-2008)
    Advances in biopsy techniques rendering prostate cancer screen less useful, but some experts disagree

  • PSA Test Losing Diagnostic Value, Study Says
    (10-Mar-2008)
    Advances in biopsy techniques rendering prostate cancer screen less useful, but some experts disagree

  • PSA Test Losing Diagnostic Value, Study Says
    (10-Mar-2008)
    Advances in biopsy techniques rendering prostate cancer screen less useful, but some experts disagree

  • Older Men With Low Testosterone Face Greater Depression Risk
    (06-Mar-2008)
    Three times more likely to have mood disorder than those with higher hormone levels

  • Older Men With Low Testosterone Face Greater Depression Risk
    (06-Mar-2008)
    Three times more likely to have mood disorder than those with higher hormone levels

  • Chemo Break Benefits Some Men With Prostate Cancer
    (29-Feb-2008)
    Findings suggest treatment 'holidays' improve quality of life for patients

  • Chemo Break Benefits Some Men With Prostate Cancer
    (29-Feb-2008)
    Findings suggest treatment 'holidays' improve quality of life for patients

  • Chemo Break Benefits Some Men With Prostate Cancer
    (29-Feb-2008)
    Findings suggest treatment 'holidays' improve quality of life for patients

  • Web Tool Aids Men in Prostate Decisions
    (26-Feb-2008)
    They had more data but were less likely to get screened than those who used official sites

  • Moderate Aerobic Fitness Levels May Cut Stroke Risk
    (21-Feb-2008)
    Findings show just 30 minutes of activity helped men, women regardless of family history

  • When It Comes to a Mate, Beauty Can't Be Beat
    (14-Feb-2008)
    New research finds that both men and women place a premium on looks

  • Many Prostate Cancers Will Not Need Treatment
    (13-Feb-2008)
    Major study finds most older men will die of other causes

  • More Gene Variations Found That Raise Prostate Cancer Risk
    (11-Feb-2008)
    Some variants increase chances of disease up to 60%, researcher says

  • High Blood Pressure on Increase Among American Women
    (11-Feb-2008)
    State-by-state survey also found prevalence rate among men not as low as should be

  • For Males, Video Game Rewards Are All in the Mind
    (08-Feb-2008)
    Study sees greater activation of key brain region than found in females

  • Birth Problems Linked to Teenage Fathers
    (07-Feb-2008)
    Risky behaviors may damage sperm, experts say

  • Black Men Most at Risk for Kidney Disease Complications
    (04-Feb-2008)
    Black women also less likely to have blood pressure under control, study finds

  • Experimental Vaccine Halts Prostate Cancer in Mice
    (01-Feb-2008)
    Human trials may start in two years, California researcher says

  • Sugary Soft Drinks Boost Gout Risk in Men
    (31-Jan-2008)
    Just 2 or more beverages a day increased chances by 85%, study finds

  • Short Birth Length Boosts Men's Suicide Risk
    (25-Jan-2008)
    More than twice as likely as other adults to attempt to end own life, study finds

  • A Little Regular Exercise Extends Men's Lives
    (23-Jan-2008)
    Brisk 30-minute walk a few days a week cut death risk in half, study found

  • Hormone Therapy Only Helps Some Older Men With Prostate Cancer
    (22-Jan-2008)
    Overall health profile, especially cardiovascular history, is determining factor, study finds

  • Hormone Therapy Only Helps Some Older Men With Prostate Cancer
    (22-Jan-2008)
    Overall health profile, especially cardiovascular history, is determining factor, study finds

  • Gay Men More Likely to Contract 'Superbug'
    (15-Jan-2008)
    Sexually active most likely to get highly resistant MRSA strain, study finds

  • Low Testosterone Could Weaken Older Men's Bones
    (14-Jan-2008)
    Study finds link between hormone, fracture in males over 60

  • 5 Problems With Feet That Men Shouldn't Walk Away From
    (13-Jan-2008)
    Ankle sprains and ingrown toenails need a doctor's attention, experts say

  • Fatherhood Tied to Higher Prostate Cancer Risk
    (07-Jan-2008)
    Findings from large study show a trend, but reasons aren't clear

  • Combo Therapy Cuts Prostate Cancer Death Rates
    (03-Jan-2008)
    Study supports hormone therapy with radiation, finding no raised risk to heart

  • Research Yields Clues to Recurrent Prostate Cancer
    (02-Jan-2008)
    Links between male hormone and a protein could spur tumor's return

  • Testosterone Supplements Provide Little Benefit
    (02-Jan-2008)
    Older men can lose body fat, but treatment won't boost strength or mental powers, study finds

  • Men Who Smoke Prone to Impotence
    (30-Dec-2007)
    The greater the number of cigarettes smoked, the greater the risk, studies find

  • Breast Cancer Genes Also Raise Men's Risk for Malignancy
    (14-Dec-2007)
    Few men understand the danger from BRCA1/2, researchers say

  • Gene Variant Tied to More Aggressive Prostate Cancer
    (11-Dec-2007)
    Men with differing version of tumor suppressor appear at increased risk, researchers say

  • Newly HIV-Infected Gay Men Select Other Infected Partners
    (05-Dec-2007)
    Study finds men engaging in unprotected sex, but with those already carrying the virus

  • One-Third of HIV-Infected Gay Men Have Unsafe Sex: CDC
    (04-Dec-2007)
    Two new U.S. government studies show strong link to recreational drugs as well.

  • Obesity Rates Leveling Off Among U.S. Adults
    (28-Nov-2007)
    But more than a third of Americans still weigh much too much, study finds

  • Low Testosterone Might Shorten Men's Lives
    (27-Nov-2007)
    Study finds it's linked to higher death risk, but replacing the hormone may not help, experts say

  • Severe Urinary Problems Boost Death Risk in Older Men
    (09-Nov-2007)
    Those over 45 face an almost 24-fold increase in mortality, study says

  • Severe Urinary Problems Boost Death Risk in Older Men
    (09-Nov-2007)
    Those over 45 face an almost 24-fold increase in mortality, study says

  • Severe Urinary Problems Boost Death Risk in Older Men
    (09-Nov-2007)
    Those over 45 face an almost 24-fold increase in mortality, study says

  • Experimental Drug Fights Prostate Cancer
    (07-Nov-2007)
    In mice, it attacked disease on multiple fronts, researchers say

  • Regular Exercise Helps Fight Heart Failure
    (07-Nov-2007)
    It stimulates tissue repair better than drugs, study finds

  • Peripheral Artery Disease Up Sharply Among U.S. Women
    (04-Nov-2007)
    The condition, which is symptomless, can lead to heart attack and stroke

  • Radiation Seed Treatment Helps Younger Men Fight Prostate Cancer
    (02-Nov-2007)
    Technique just as effective in patients under 60, study finds

  • Gene Variant Doubles Risk of Prostate Cancer in Black Men
    (02-Nov-2007)
    It may also affect other populations, researcher says

  • High Dose Radiation for Prostate Cancer Won't Raise Sexual Dysfunction
    (30-Oct-2007)
    Technology ups treatment effectiveness without boosting this side effect, study finds

  • High Dose Radiation for Prostate Cancer Won't Raise Sexual Dysfunction
    (30-Oct-2007)
    Technology ups treatment effectiveness without boosting this side effect, study finds

  • Prostate Cancer Radiotherapy Won't Affect Sexual Function
    (29-Oct-2007)
    New high-dose technology targets tumor tissue, experts say

  • Whole Grains Do a Heart Good
    (22-Oct-2007)
    Cereal cuts cardiovascular risk, as do fruits, veggies, research shows

  • Gene Mutation Key to Infertility in Male Mice
    (17-Oct-2007)
    If same defect exists in men, it could lead to new treatments, study says

  • Hormone Therapy for Prostate Cancer Linked to Heart Risks
    (09-Oct-2007)
    But researchers say more study is needed, and the therapy is valuable

  • Surgery Best Bet for Prostate Cancer Survival
    (08-Oct-2007)
    Study finds it outperforming other forms of treatment

  • Prostate Cancer Survival Varies by Season
    (07-Oct-2007)
    Prognosis improves in summer, fall, study finds

  • Erectile Dysfunction: A Harbinger of Heart Trouble
    (05-Oct-2007)
    Studies link this common problem with vascular disease

  • Erectile Dysfunction: A Harbinger of Heart Trouble
    (05-Oct-2007)
    Studies link this common problem with vascular disease

  • Women Less Likely to Get Heart Defibrillators
    (02-Oct-2007)
    And blacks are less likely to receive the lifesaving devices, studies find

  • Study Supports Change to Prostate Cancer Biopsy
    (02-Oct-2007)
    An added measure could boost test's ability to guide treatment

  • More Prostate Cancers Might Be Prevented
    (24-Sep-2007)
    New data should help reduce incidence of low-grade tumors, experts say

  • Stem Cells From Testes Produce Wide Range of Tissue Types
    (19-Sep-2007)
    Work with mice might lead to treatments for diseases such as diabetes and Alzheimer's

  • Tomato Diet Can't Guarantee Prostate Health: Study
    (14-Sep-2007)
    Lycopene, other nutrients no shield against prostate cancer, researchers say

  • 1 in 4 Men Over 30 Has Low Testosterone
    (13-Sep-2007)
    But symptoms linked to low levels are much rarer, study finds

  • Cialis Eases Erectile Dysfunction After Spinal Cord Injury
    (13-Sep-2007)
    Sexual difficulties are common for these injured men, researchers note

  • Number of Partners Doesn't Explain Gay HIV Rate
    (13-Sep-2007)
    Gay, straight men equally prone to unprotected sex, research shows

  • Barbershop Talks Cut Black Men's Prostate Cancer Risk
    (06-Sep-2007)
    Innovative program is making a difference for this high-risk group, founder says

  • Health Tip: When Considering Vasectomy
    (31-Aug-2007)
    Here's what you should know

  • Health Tip: When Considering Vasectomy
    (31-Aug-2007)
    Here's what you should know

  • Drinking Often Spurs Move to Poorer Neighborhoods
    (28-Aug-2007)
    Alcoholism a common trigger for downward social mobility, study confirms

  • 'Good' Cholesterol Won't Help Heavy-Drinking Older Men
    (27-Aug-2007)
    Their high blood pressure stayed the same regardless of HDL level, study found

  • Many Older Americans Have Active Sex Lives
    (22-Aug-2007)
    'Landmark' study finds only modest declines, right up through the 80s

  • Gene Studies of Male-Female Differences Often Flawed
    (21-Aug-2007)
    Too often, statistics are weak or unsubstantiated, review finds

  • For Health Info, Women Often Turn to the Web
    (21-Aug-2007)
    They're much more likely to do so than men, survey finds

  • Handling Stress Properly Increases Good Cholesterol
    (20-Aug-2007)
    And that can help protect your arteries, study suggests

  • Early Weight Loss in Women Linked to Dementia
    (20-Aug-2007)
    Study finds a connection, but researchers aren't sure why

  • Molecule May Predict Prostate Cancer's Return
    (15-Aug-2007)
    Protein levels might help decide who needs surgery and who doesn't, experts say

  • Fewer Minority Men Have Undiagnosed Diabetes
    (14-Aug-2007)
    Education efforts may be working for blacks, Hispanics, U.S. study finds

  • Bone Tests Cost-Effective for Elderly Men
    (07-Aug-2007)
    Younger men with prior fracture could also benefit, study finds

  • COPD Strikes Men, Women Differently
    (01-Aug-2007)
    Finding is significant, because more women than men now have the lung condition

  • Fused Genes Might Fuel Prostate Tumors
    (01-Aug-2007)
    Specific genes might require specific treatments, researchers say

  • One-Third of Diabetics Have Sleep Apnea
    (30-Jul-2007)
    Older males at especially high risk for nighttime awakenings, study finds

  • Distraction Can Defuse Drunken Violence
    (20-Jul-2007)
    Study suggests it's a useful ploy against bar brawls, other trouble

  • Throwing Helps Protect Pitchers' Arms
    (16-Jul-2007)
    It can help their game, but overdoing it also brings risks, researchers warn

  • Health Tip: Common Causes of Male Infertility
    (13-Jul-2007)
    A partial list

  • Patients With Early Parkinson's Exhibit Sleepiness, Hallucinations
    (11-Jul-2007)
    Gender, age, overall health key factors identifying those at risk, study finds

  • New Drug Fights Tough-to-Treat Prostate Cancer
    (09-Jul-2007)
    Hormone-reducing abiraterone can shrink tumors, studies show

  • Many Men Getting Unnecessary Prostate Cancer Blood Tests
    (09-Jul-2007)
    Patients are often either too young or too old to benefit from PSA screening, study finds

  • Inflammatory Factor Could Spur Male Infertility
    (06-Jul-2007)
    More research might lead to a cure or even a male contraceptive, scientists say

  • Key Protein May Explain Mens' Higher Liver Cancer Risk
    (05-Jul-2007)
    IL-6 damages the organ, but estrogen helps prevent that injury, study finds

  • Science Quiets Myth of 'Chatterbox' Females
    (05-Jul-2007)
    Study finds men, women use same quantity of words each day

  • Men Put Their Health on the Back Burner
    (03-Jul-2007)
    Survey finds more than a quarter wait 'as long as possible' before seeking help

  • Amateur Basketball Players Court Disaster
    (01-Jul-2007)
    Experts offer 'weekend warriors' tips on preventing injury

  • Moms, Dads With MS Equal Transmitters of Disease
    (28-Jun-2007)
    Finding contradicts earlier report that men twice as likely to pass on genetic risk

  • Lupus Treatment Linked to Male Fertility Problems
    (28-Jun-2007)
    Abnormalities in sperm tied to intravenous therapy, study finds

  • Antidepressants Linked to Bone Loss
    (25-Jun-2007)
    2 studies turn up similar results in both women and men

  • Health Tip: Paternal Bonding
    (18-Jun-2007)
    Bonding with baby is important for dads, too

  • Girls Who Like Dad Favor Partners Who Look Like Him
    (17-Jun-2007)
    Study adds to evidence that mate selection is active process rooted in childhood

  • Problem Drinking Kills Almost Half of Russia's Young Adult Men
    (15-Jun-2007)
    Study puts death toll at 43% of males aged 25 to 54

  • Abnormal Red Blood Cell Count Spells Trouble in Surgery
    (12-Jun-2007)
    Too high or too low levels up risk of post-op death for older men, study says

  • Male U.S. Veterans More Likely to Commit Suicide
    (12-Jun-2007)
    Trend could plague servicemen who served in Afghanistan and Iraq, study says

  • Postpartum Depression: A Risk for New Dads, Too
    (08-Jun-2007)
    In one large study, 10 percent of fathers reported symptoms

  • Prostate Cancer Treatment Can Speed Heart Attacks
    (08-Jun-2007)
    Hormome-suppressing therapy linked to cardiac risk in study

  • Health Tip: Women Have Pattern Baldness, Too
    (06-Jun-2007)
    Here are possible solutions

  • Low Testosterone Levels Linked to Increased Mortality
    (06-Jun-2007)
    But researchers stress there's no evidence that boosting levels will reduce risk

  • Study Links Inflammation to Heart Disease
    (05-Jun-2007)
    British researchers focused on autoantibody rheumatic factor

  • Gene Therapy Reverses Erectile Dysfunction in Rats
    (03-Jun-2007)
    If successful in humans, it could be first long-term, non-drug solution to the problem, scientists say

  • Gene Therapy Reverses Erectile Dysfunction in Rats
    (03-Jun-2007)
    If successful in humans, it could be first long-term, non-drug solution to the problem, scientists say

  • Spike in PSA Blood Level Points to Prostate Cancer's Aggressiveness
    (29-May-2007)
    Trends over time indicate need for stronger treatments, study shows

  • Large Jolts of Java Can Keep Gout at Bay
    (25-May-2007)
    Coffee lovers who drank more than four cups a day had a 40% lower risk of the inflammatory condition

  • Botox Could Treat Enlarged Prostate
    (23-May-2007)
    It relieves symptoms and shrinks oversized gland, study shows

  • Could Viagra Put the Brakes on Jet Lag?
    (22-May-2007)
    Research with hamsters shows promise, but human trials are a long way off

  • Gum Disease Boosts Tongue Cancer Risk in Men
    (22-May-2007)
    Periodontitis viruses could trigger the malignancies, researchers say

  • Robotic Procedure Improves Survival for Prostate Cancer Patients
    (21-May-2007)
    It leaves fewer stray cancer cells after prostate removal, study shows

  • Ladder-Related Accidents Climb in U.S.: Study
    (19-May-2007)
    Fractures most common injury, sending more than 136,000 people a year to ERs

  • Experts Debate Giving HPV Vaccine to Boys
    (18-May-2007)
    Spread of the virus linked to cervical cancer can harm them, too

  • Tomatoes No Magic Bullet For Prostate Cancer
    (17-May-2007)
    Lycopene and beta-carotene won't prevent the disease, study finds

  • Hair Follicles May Regrow After Head Wounds
    (16-May-2007)
    Finding in mice could lead to dermabrasion baldness treatments, scientists say

  • Hair Follicles May Regrow After Head Wounds
    (16-May-2007)
    Finding in mice could lead to dermabrasion baldness treatments, scientists say

  • Heavy Multivitamin Use May Raise Prostate Cancer Risk
    (15-May-2007)
    Odds rose 32% for men taking more than a pill a day, study found

  • Testosterone May Benefit Men With Multiple Sclerosis
    (14-May-2007)
    But this preliminary study was tiny and needs confirmation

  • Dads' Parenting Style Influences Childhood Obesity
    (06-May-2007)
    Clear limits, parental follow-through can help curb overweight epidemic

  • A Woman's Brain Hit Harder by Alcohol Abuse
    (27-Apr-2007)
    Damage occurs faster and with fewer drinks, study finds

  • Better Prostate Cancer Test May Be Near
    (26-Apr-2007)
    Blood protein outperforms standard PSA in spotting aggressive tumors, study finds

  • Men Who Drink Face Higher Risk of Sleep Disorders
    (20-Apr-2007)
    Habitual alcohol users 25% more likely to have mild or severe breathing difficulties

  • Human Bone Marrow Used to Create Early Stage Sperm Cells
    (13-Apr-2007)
    Researchers hope further studies will produce treatment for male infertility

  • Health Tip: Understanding Male Pattern Baldness
    (11-Apr-2007)
    The condition often is hereditary

  • Health Tip: Understanding Male Pattern Baldness
    (11-Apr-2007)
    The condition often is hereditary

  • PSA May Be Poor Predictor of Lethal Prostate Cancer
    (04-Apr-2007)
    But a U.S. expert challenges new Swedish finding

  • Older Men's Sleep Affects Testosterone Levels
    (02-Apr-2007)
    Impact on health remains unclear, scientists say

  • Hormone Therapy for Advanced Prostate Cancer Not for Everyone
    (02-Apr-2007)
    Risks can outweigh benefits, so patient-doctor discussions are needed, new guidelines suggest.

  • Older Men's Sleep Affects Testosterone Levels
    (02-Apr-2007)
    Impact on health remains unclear, scientists say

  • U.S. Offers Free, Bilingual Health Checklists
    (01-Apr-2007)
    Pocket-sized brochures help patients discuss screening tests they might need

  • Mother's Beef Consumption May Affect Son's Fertility
    (27-Mar-2007)
    The more meat eaten, the lower the sperm count, study suggests

  • Brain Defect Tied to Diabetes-Related Erectile Dysfunction
    (21-Mar-2007)
    Study in rats may help lead to improved treatments, researchers say

  • Male Breast Cancer Deadlier for Blacks
    (19-Mar-2007)
    Racial disparity mirrors that of more common female breast tumors, researchers say

  • Drug Shields Parkinson's Patients Against Fracture
    (19-Mar-2007)
    Risedronate counters inactivity-linked weakening of bone, study finds

  • Obese Men With Prostate Cancer Face Higher Death Risk
    (19-Mar-2007)
    Study finds 2.6-fold increase in chance of dying compared to normal-weight men

  • Obese Men With Prostate Cancer Face Higher Death Risk
    (19-Mar-2007)
    Study finds 2.6-fold increase in chance of dying compared to normal-weight men

  • Obese Men With Prostate Cancer Face Higher Death Risk
    (19-Mar-2007)
    Study finds 2.6-fold increase in chance of dying compared to normal-weight men

  • Obesity's Ties to Heart Disease Still Unclear
    (15-Mar-2007)
    More research is needed, experts say, especially when it comes to gender differences

  • Are Common Chemicals Feeding Obesity Epidemic?
    (15-Mar-2007)
    Study suggests exposure to phthalates linked to abdominal fat, insulin resistance in men

  • Poorer Health Care Ups Black Men's Prostate Cancer Risk
    (12-Mar-2007)
    Too often, black males lack insurance or ongoing relationship with doctor, study finds

  • Tea Antioxidant Plus Celebrex May Fight Prostate Cancer
    (02-Mar-2007)
    Combo slows tumor growth, animal study shows

  • Drink a Little, Live a Little Longer?
    (01-Mar-2007)
    Another study suggests that light alcohol intake, especially wine, boosts health

  • Pilot Study Questions Wisdom of Mandatory Retirement
    (28-Feb-2007)
    Crewmen over 60 performed better, not worse, with time, study found

  • Common Painkillers May Cause Hypertension in Men
    (26-Feb-2007)
    Acetaminophen, ibuprofen and aspirin might affect chemicals that help blood vessels relax

  • Circumcision May Help Protect Against HIV
    (23-Feb-2007)
    Study in African men shows a 53% reduction in infection

  • Outside Forces 'Medicalizing' Everyday Problems, Experts Say
    (22-Feb-2007)
    Drug ads and other factors are having an impact on clinical practice

  • Tests May Spot Most Deadly Prostate Cancers
    (22-Feb-2007)
    The screen could also spare many men unnecessary biopsies, researchers say

  • Spearmint Tea May Help Women With Hirsutism
    (21-Feb-2007)
    It lowers androgen levels in women who grow excess hair on face, stomach, study claims

  • Ageless Fatherhood? Maybe Not
    (18-Feb-2007)
    A man's biological clock ticks, too, researchers are discovering

  • Health Tip: Symptoms of Enlarged Prostate
    (12-Feb-2007)
    Occur in most men as they age

  • Health Tip: Symptoms of Enlarged Prostate
    (12-Feb-2007)
    Occur in most men as they age

  • Radiation Seed Therapy Fights Prostate Cancer
    (05-Feb-2007)
    Minimally invasive technique boosts survival, study finds

  • For Drivers, Skin Cancer Is Often One-Sided
    (02-Feb-2007)
    Tumors more likely on left arm, neck, especially in men, study shows

  • Erectile Dysfunction Affects 18 Million U.S. Men
    (01-Feb-2007)
    Lifestyle changes could help reduce the problem, experts say

  • Erectile Dysfunction Affects 18 Million U.S. Men
    (01-Feb-2007)
    Lifestyle changes could help reduce the problem, experts say

  • Topical Spray May Treat Premature Ejaculation
    (30-Jan-2007)
    Applied to penis, it contains anesthetic medications, researchers say

  • Men With Breast Cancer at High Risk of Second Tumor
    (25-Jan-2007)
    Study finds more melanoma, stomach cancer in addition to new breast cancers

  • Heavy Drinking Exacts Toll on Women With Hepatitis C
    (25-Jan-2007)
    Imbibing eliminates survival advantage over men, study finds

  • Erectile Dysfunction Drugs Safe, Effective for Diabetic Men
    (24-Jan-2007)
    Researchers looked over data on Cialis, Levitra and Viagra

  • Erectile Dysfunction Drugs Safe, Effective for Diabetic Men
    (24-Jan-2007)
    Researchers looked over data on Cialis, Levitra and Viagra

  • Bone Fracture a Real Danger for Older Men
    (23-Jan-2007)
    One fracture triples their odds for a second fracture, new study shows

  • Prostate Cancer Trial Halted Due to 3 Cases of Leukemia
    (19-Jan-2007)
    Side effect of chemotherapy wasn't completely unexpected, one expert says

  • Scientists Explore Virus-Prostate Cancer Link
    (16-Jan-2007)
    If proven, research could lead to a vaccine, experts say

  • Parents Doubt Their Discipline of Kids Works: Study
    (13-Jan-2007)
    One-third perceive methods as ineffective, much as their parents' tactics were with them

  • Prostate Surgery Is Viable Option for Older Men
    (12-Jan-2007)
    No need to withhold the choice for patients in their 70s, research suggests

  • Health Tip: Low Testosterone in Men
    (11-Jan-2007)
    Low sex drive is a common symptom

  • Health Tip: Low Testosterone in Men
    (11-Jan-2007)
    Low sex drive is a common symptom

  • Stroke Incidence Has Declined for 50 Years
    (26-Dec-2006)
    But, 30-day mortality rate has decreased significantly only for men, study finds

  • Women More Likely to Inherit Risk of Stroke
    (22-Dec-2006)
    A 40 percent greater link if one close relative suffered a stroke, study finds

  • Prostate Treatment Costs Substantial and Sustained
    (21-Dec-2006)
    Study finds average 5-year tab for management is $42,570

  • Prostate Treatment Costs Substantial and Sustained
    (21-Dec-2006)
    Study finds average 5-year tab for management is $42,570

  • Testosterone Supplements Slow Alzheimer's in Mice
    (20-Dec-2006)
    Next step is trials testing the treatment in aging men, researchers say

  • Generic Proscar Approved
    (19-Dec-2006)
    Treats enlarged prostate

  • Height Loss in Older Men Tied to Heart, Death Risks
    (12-Dec-2006)
    Shrinking 3 centimeters or more may trigger bone loss that increases chance of illness, study suggests

  • Treatment Beats Watchful Waiting for Older Prostate Cancer Patients
    (12-Dec-2006)
    Death rate was 31 percent lower in group that got surgery or radiation, study says

  • Hair-Loss Drug Skews Prostate Cancer Test
    (05-Dec-2006)
    Propecia lowers PSA levels in the blood, study finds

  • Hair-Loss Drug Skews Prostate Cancer Test
    (05-Dec-2006)
    Propecia lowers PSA levels in the blood, study finds

  • Depression, Mental Woes More Common in First-Time Moms
    (05-Dec-2006)
    The risk is highest in first months after birth, study finds

  • Blood Pressure Often Higher in Boys Than Girls
    (04-Dec-2006)
    Finding might explain why men are more prone to hypertension, experts say

  • Frequent Weight Change Raises Men's Gallstone Risk
    (28-Nov-2006)
    The most dramatic 'weight cycling' boosted odds by 76 percent, study found

  • Sleeping Pills Won't Aid Sleep Apnea Treatment
    (27-Nov-2006)
    Researchers found no benefit for men using airway pressure therapy

  • PTSD Diagnosed More in Women
    (20-Nov-2006)
    Different responses to trauma might explain disparity, study suggests

  • Higher Resting Heart Rate May Boost Death Risk
    (16-Nov-2006)
    Odds rose with more frequent beats per minute, study found

  • Low Cholesterol Lowers Risk for Aggressive Prostate Cancer
    (16-Nov-2006)
    But men's overall risk for prostate tumors remains the same, study finds

  • Migraines Linked to Heart Risk in Men
    (15-Nov-2006)
    Finding echoes prior study in women

  • Post-Surgery Radiation Boosts Prostate Cancer Results
    (14-Nov-2006)
    And a second study suggests testosterone replacement may not harm prostate

  • Firefighters at High Risk for Cancer
    (10-Nov-2006)
    Airborne toxins raise their risk over time, study suggests

  • Health Tip: Understanding Alopecia
    (09-Nov-2006)
    Autoimmune disease causes bald patches on scalp

  • Baldness Gene Identified in Russian Families
    (09-Nov-2006)
    Finding could lead to treatment for more common form of hair loss, study suggests

  • New System Spots At-Risk Prostate Cancer Patients
    (08-Nov-2006)
    Predicting tumor recurrence is key to deciding treatment, experts say

  • Anabolic Steroids May Boost Crime Rate
    (07-Nov-2006)
    But study finds no increase in violent criminality linked to their use

  • Two Prostate Cancer Radiotherapies Go Head-to-Head
    (06-Nov-2006)
    Study finds that a radiation treatment called IMRT has fewer side effects

  • Smoking Worsens Prostate Cancer Therapy Side Effects
    (06-Nov-2006)
    Smoking patients had higher rates of gastrointestinal troubles, study found

  • High-Dose Radiation Extends Prostate Cancer Survival
    (06-Nov-2006)
    Long-term hormone therapy may also boost patient outcomes, researchers find

  • Faulty Gene Doubles Risk of Prostate Cancer
    (02-Nov-2006)
    Missing sections of CHEK2 material fail to alert body to DNA damage, study finds

  • Faulty Gene Doubles Risk of Prostate Cancer
    (02-Nov-2006)
    Missing sections of CHEK2 material fail to alert body to DNA damage, study finds

  • Viagra Helps Protect At-Risk Newborns
    (02-Nov-2006)
    It shields babies with heart defects from a dangerous lung complication, study shows

  • Men Face Higher Colon Cancer Risk
    (01-Nov-2006)
    But the finding is no reason to screen women later, experts say

  • PSA Trends Predict Aggressive Prostate Cancer
    (31-Oct-2006)
    Findings argue for earlier testing to establish baseline for changes over time

  • Testosterone Tumbling in American Males
    (27-Oct-2006)
    Hormone levels have fallen over the last 20 years, study finds

  • Viagra Helps COPD Patients Control Pulmonary Blood Pressure
    (25-Oct-2006)
    More than 11 million Americans have the breathing disorder

  • Testosterone Could Keep Older Men From Falls
    (24-Oct-2006)
    Low level of the hormone raised falling risk by 40%, study found

  • Daily Drink or Two Cuts Healthy Men's Heart Attack Risk
    (23-Oct-2006)
    Moderate drinking benefits more than high-risk individuals, study suggests

  • Stereotypes Can Keep Women's Math Scores Low
    (19-Oct-2006)
    In study, females performed poorly when 'male math gene' theory was touted

  • Suicide Risk Doubles After Cancer Diagnosis
    (19-Oct-2006)
    Actual numbers are still small, study finds, with men at highest risk

  • Could 'Female' Hormone Affect Male Aggression?
    (18-Oct-2006)
    Mouse study suggests estrogen may do so, especially on shorter winter days

  • Drug Therapy May Help Women Looking to Quit Smoking
    (09-Oct-2006)
    Naltrexone shows early promise when used with nicotine patches and counseling, study found

  • Obesity Affects Prostate Cancer Screens
    (09-Oct-2006)
    Higher BMI suggests fat decreases amount of circulating PSA, study finds

  • Obesity Affects Prostate Cancer Screens
    (09-Oct-2006)
    Higher BMI suggests fat decreases amount of circulating PSA, study finds

  • Obesity Affects Prostate Cancer Screens
    (09-Oct-2006)
    Higher BMI suggests fat decreases amount of circulating PSA, study finds

  • High-Tech Radiation Boosts Prostate Cancer Survival
    (06-Oct-2006)
    The technique delivers focused, high-powered beams to the tumor site

  • 'Real Man' Stereotypes Keep Depressed Men From Treatment
    (06-Oct-2006)
    Older males have an 8-fold higher suicide risk than women, experts note

  • Test Could Spot Aggressive Prostate Cancer
    (03-Oct-2006)
    Low levels of AZGP1 point to heightened risk, research shows

  • Men, Too, Will Shop 'Til They Drop
    (01-Oct-2006)
    One in 20 Americans suffers from 'compulsive buying,' large study finds

  • Hormone Therapy for Prostate Cancer May Increase Disease Risk
    (18-Sep-2006)
    Heart disease and diabetes seem to be side effects of treatment, study finds

  • Prostate Biopsy Doesn't Have to Be Painful
    (14-Sep-2006)
    Targeted anesthesia can minimize discomfort, research shows

  • New Drug Treats Premature Ejaculation
    (08-Sep-2006)
    But FDA approval is unlikely, one expert says

  • Fewer Americans Felled by Cancer
    (06-Sep-2006)
    But number of new cases stayed same from 1975 to 2003, report says

  • Health Tip: Steroids Are Dangerous When Misused
    (01-Sep-2006)
    They can promote tumor growth and heart problems

  • Daily Aspirin Helps Prevent Enlarged Prostate
    (30-Aug-2006)
    Other NSAID painkillers did the same, study found

  • Fatherhood May Alter the Brain
    (24-Aug-2006)
    Monkey study showed neurological changes linked to learning

  • Prostate Cancer Trial to Focus on Genetics
    (23-Aug-2006)
    L.A.-based study currently seeking patients and their partners

  • Prostate Drug Use May Mean Cataract Surgery Change
    (22-Aug-2006)
    Flomax and other alpha-blockers may cause 'floppy iris syndrome,' but experts say simple eye drop change is all that's needed

  • Prostate Drug Use May Mean Cataract Surgery Change
    (22-Aug-2006)
    Flomax and other alpha-blockers may cause 'floppy iris syndrome,' but experts say simple eye drop change is all that's needed

  • Some Prostate Cancers Might be Over-Treated
    (15-Aug-2006)
    Doctors look for indicators that 'watchful waiting' is better

  • Low Testosterone Could Increase Death Risk
    (15-Aug-2006)
    Association was seen in men over 40, although reasons aren't clear

  • Actonel Sanctioned for Male Osteoporosis
    (14-Aug-2006)
    Already approved to increase bone mass in post-menopausal women

  • First-Ever RNA Drug Targets Prostate Cancer
    (09-Aug-2006)
    The gene-based therapy hits only malignant cells, researchers say

  • Postpartum Depression Hits Dads, Too
    (07-Aug-2006)
    Study finds 10 percent of new fathers struggle with the condition

  • Altering Fatty Acid Intake May Help Fight Prostate Cancer
    (01-Aug-2006)
    In mouse study, a balanced diet reduced PSA levels

  • Altering Fatty Acid Intake May Help Fight Prostate Cancer
    (01-Aug-2006)
    In mouse study, a balanced diet reduced PSA levels

  • Altering Fatty Acid Intake May Help Fight Prostate Cancer
    (01-Aug-2006)
    In mouse study, a balanced diet reduced PSA levels

  • Altering Fatty Acid Intake May Help Fight Prostate Cancer
    (01-Aug-2006)
    In mouse study, a balanced diet reduced PSA levels

  • Prostate Cancer Cells Have 3-Way Survival Switch
    (31-Jul-2006)
    By inactivating a protein, the disease resists hormone treatment, study finds

  • Prostate Cancer Cells Have 3-Way Survival Switch
    (31-Jul-2006)
    By inactivating a protein, the disease resists hormone treatment, study finds

  • Heart Attacks Often Go Unrecognized
    (27-Jul-2006)
    Some estimates run as high as 43 percent; women frequently under-diagnosed

  • Weightlifting Can Tear the Heart
    (27-Jul-2006)
    In rare cases, heavy strain triggers deadly aortic dissection, experts say

  • Men at Higher Risk of Recurrent Blood Clots
    (27-Jul-2006)
    Deep venous thrombosis often occurs in the legs and can be fatal, experts warn

  • Testicular Cancer Cells Weakened by Heat
    (25-Jul-2006)
    Finding could explain increased survival in men with this disease

  • Estrogen Levels May Influence Men's Alzheimer's Risk
    (24-Jul-2006)
    They carry small amounts of the hormone throughout their lives, experts note

  • Dads More Likely Than Moms to Pass on MS
    (24-Jul-2006)
    Men may carry a higher 'genetic load' linked to the disease, researchers say

  • ED Drug Uprima Often Ineffective: Study
    (21-Jul-2006)
    British researchers say it failed to deliver for two-thirds of men

  • ED Drug Uprima Often Ineffective: Study
    (21-Jul-2006)
    British researchers say it failed to deliver for two-thirds of men

  • Gender Gap in Scientific Research Shows Up in Print
    (20-Jul-2006)
    Study of major medical journals shows women still far less likely to get published

  • Impotence Can Foreshadow Coronary Artery Disease
    (19-Jul-2006)
    Doctors should monitor heart health of patients with erectile dysfunction, study says

  • Among Poorer Men
    (13-Jul-2006)
    Quitting could reduce gap in mortality rates between rich and poor, study says

  • Transgendered Professor Stirs Debate Over Women in Science
    (12-Jul-2006)
    Stanford neurobiologist blames bias, not genes, for gender gap

  • Women Run Greater Risk of Lung Cancer
    (11-Jul-2006)
    But men are more likely to die from the disease, study finds

  • New Method Gauges Weight-Loss Surgery Risk
    (07-Jul-2006)
    Very obese, hypertensive males at greatest danger of fatal complications, experts say

  • Gender May Guide Gene Expression
    (07-Jul-2006)
    The finding could explain male-female differences in disease risk

  • Five Steps Help Men Live Longer
    (04-Jul-2006)
    Exercise, healthy diet, no smoking, staying trim and moderate drinking are key, study finds

  • Personal-Care Products Can Spur Breast Development in Boys
    (28-Jun-2006)
    Tea tree oils and lavender produce a condition called gynecomastia, study finds

  • More Than One-Third of Iraq Troops Suffering Migraines
    (22-Jun-2006)
    Conditions U.S. soldiers face may trigger the powerful headaches, study authors say

  • Study Questions Choice of Hormone Therapy for Prostate Cancer
    (21-Jun-2006)
    Study found doctor's preference, not disease stage, often dictated this decision

  • Vasectomy Reversals May Raise Birth Defect Risk
    (21-Jun-2006)
    Early study shows more chromosomal abnormalities in sperm after these procedures

  • Citrus Juices Up Bone Health
    (16-Jun-2006)
    Grapefruit, orange juice battled osteoporosis in rat study

  • Men Assume Sexual Interest When There May Be None
    (16-Jun-2006)
    Researchers hope findings can curb sexual harassment, even date rape

  • Female Hormone May Prevent Type 1 Diabetes
    (07-Jun-2006)
    Research with mice shows estradiol protects cells that produce insulin

  • Genetic Quality of Sperm Deteriorates as Men Age
    (06-Jun-2006)
    Defects heighten risks of disorders such as schizophrenia and dwarfism, study suggests

  • Heart Patients Need More Fitness Follow-Up
    (06-Jun-2006)
    Women are in worse physical shape than expected, study finds

  • Dual Treatments Fight Advanced Prostate Cancer
    (05-Jun-2006)
    Drugs plus radionuclide therapy may even cause disease to regress, researchers say

  • Low Iron Could Help Spur Baldness
    (31-May-2006)
    Review of the science suggests a link, experts say

  • Education Linked to Better Fathers: Study
    (31-May-2006)
    U.S. data shows trend between education and time spent with kids

  • Not Enough Men Getting the Message on Sunscreen
    (29-May-2006)
    Most magazine ads are geared toward women, study finds

  • Daily Drinking Cuts Heart Disease Risk for Men
    (26-May-2006)
    Benefit of moderate drinking doesn't extend to women, study suggests

  • Scientists Create Artificial Penis
    (23-May-2006)
    Research with rabbits could offer treatment for human impotence, study suggests

  • Botox Might Help Treat Enlarged Prostate
    (23-May-2006)
    In small study, three-quarters of patients gained better bladder function

  • 5 States Get Failing Grades on Prostate Cancer 'Report Card'
    (22-May-2006)
    Many not doing even the simplest things to encourage men to get tested, coalition says

  • 5 States Get Failing Grades on Prostate Cancer 'Report Card'
    (22-May-2006)
    Many not doing even the simplest things to encourage men to get tested, coalition says

  • Health Tip: Why am I Losing my Hair?
    (15-May-2006)
    Things that can trigger hair loss

  • Radiation Therapy Helps Younger Men With Prostate Cancer
    (08-May-2006)
    It benefits them just as much as older men, early study shows

  • New Guidelines Help Preserve Fertility After Cancer Treatment
    (05-May-2006)
    It's a common problem for both male and female patients

  • Prostate Cancer Screening May Not Be Needed in Older Men
    (03-May-2006)
    They will often die of some other cause, study suggests

  • Cancer Gene Also Involved in Hair Loss
    (01-May-2006)
    Finding might lead to genetic therapy for baldness, study suggests

  • Lack of Estrogen Linked to Hip Fractures in Men
    (01-May-2006)
    Those with low levels of the hormone face three times the risk, study finds

  • Impotence a Problem for Young Men, Too
    (29-Apr-2006)
    Many turn to Viagra, even those not struggling with erectile dysfunction, study finds

  • Impotence a Problem for Young Men, Too
    (29-Apr-2006)
    Many turn to Viagra, even those not struggling with erectile dysfunction, study finds

  • Effects of Any 'Male Pill' Should Be Reversible
    (27-Apr-2006)
    Study shows fertility would return after use is discontinued

  • Smoking to Blame for Asian-American Cancer 'Gender Gap'
    (21-Apr-2006)
    Getting men to quit would drastically slash their risk, research shows

  • A Better Way to Gauge Prostate Cancer Risk?
    (19-Apr-2006)
    Researchers say a multi-factor 'calculator' works better than PSA test

  • Nearly All Paternity Tests Back Dad's Biological Claim
    (17-Apr-2006)
    Even those who doubt status are wrong 70% of time, study shows

  • Moderate Drinking Not Safe for All
    (13-Apr-2006)
    Older men with specific medical conditions may want to abstain, study suggests

  • Tests Predict Long-Term Kidney Risk
    (12-Apr-2006)
    Blood, urine screens can spot the dangers decades early

  • Amphetamines Have Bigger Impact on Male Brain
    (12-Apr-2006)
    Finding may explain why men abuse these drugs more than women

  • High Cholesterol Linked to Prostate Cancer
    (11-Apr-2006)
    Italian researchers find a direct connection, but U.S. experts call for more study

  • Testosterone Might Help Men With MS
    (06-Apr-2006)
    Early study suggests it lessens disease's impact on the brain

  • Cancer Prevention Efforts Paying Off: Report
    (05-Apr-2006)
    Tobacco use ebbs to lowest point in decades, but challenges still remain, report finds

  • Prostate Drug Might Boost Heart Risks
    (04-Apr-2006)
    In mouse study, doxazosin helped induce heart failure

  • Americans Getting Even Fatter
    (04-Apr-2006)
    Big weight gains noted among men, children since 2000, studies find

  • New Technique Treats Pelvic Pain in Men and Women
    (31-Mar-2006)
    Use of foam solution seems to prevent recurrence of disorder, researchers report

  • Poor Sources Guide Prostate Cancer Treatment Decisions
    (27-Mar-2006)
    Biased, inconsistent information does men a disservice, researchers say

  • Smokers At Higher Risk for Erectile Dysfunction
    (23-Mar-2006)
    Pack-a-day habit boosts odds by nearly 40 percent, study finds

  • Health Tip: Risk Factors for Prostate Cancer
    (23-Mar-2006)
    Age and family history are key

  • Smokers At Higher Risk for Erectile Dysfunction
    (23-Mar-2006)
    Pack-a-day habit boosts odds by nearly 40 percent, study finds

  • 'X' Factor Boosts Women's Health, Longevity
    (21-Mar-2006)
    Two X chromosomes put females at an advantage, expert says

  • Chili's Heat Kills Prostate Cancer Cells
    (16-Mar-2006)
    Someday, capsaicin in peppers might help prevent tumor recurrence, researchers say

  • Health Tip: In Men, It's Called Andropause
    (15-Mar-2006)
    Part of the natural aging process

  • Health Tip: In Men, It's Called Andropause
    (15-Mar-2006)
    Part of the natural aging process

  • Aspirin Therapy Benefits More People Than Thought
    (07-Mar-2006)
    Those with heart disease risk of 7.5 percent or more are helped, study finds

  • Healthy Lifestyle May Fight Impotence
    (03-Mar-2006)
    Diet, exercise battle both erectile dysfunction and heart disease, study suggests

  • Statin Drugs Might Help Fight Impotence
    (02-Mar-2006)
    For some, Lipitor plus Viagra worked better than Viagra alone, study found

  • Statin Drugs Might Help Fight Impotence
    (02-Mar-2006)
    For some, Lipitor plus Viagra worked better than Viagra alone, study found

  • Strong Immune System May Protect Women From Loneliness-Linked lllness
    (01-Mar-2006)
    Rat study showed males have much weaker responses after prolonged isolation

  • 'Spare Tire' Might Protect Men During Car Accident
    (01-Mar-2006)
    A little extra weight may act as padding, study finds -- but only for men

  • Treating Older Men's Prostate Cancer May Be Wiser Course
    (27-Feb-2006)
    Study argues against the practice of 'watchful waiting'

  • Virus May Have Links to Prostate Cancer
    (27-Feb-2006)
    The pathogen has never been spotted in humans before, researchers say

  • Age Could Alter PSA Readings
    (24-Feb-2006)
    Men under 70 may need different criterion for spotting prostate cancer, study suggests

  • Smoking Boosts Risk for Root Canal
    (23-Feb-2006)
    Reasons for the connection aren't clear, researchers say

  • Moms' Genetics Might Help Produce Gay Sons
    (21-Feb-2006)
    Women with multiple gay sons make a key chromosomal choice, study suggests

  • Gene May Explain Men's Raised Risk for Parkinson's
    (20-Feb-2006)
    Surprise discovery shows that gender-linked gene affects brain chemical, too

  • Science Reveals Secret to Sperm's Success
    (15-Feb-2006)
    Key protein helps them penetrate an egg

  • More Than 40% of Heart Attacks Go Undiagnosed
    (14-Feb-2006)
    The problem affects women more often than men, researchers report

  • High-Risk Black Men Least Likely to Get Prostate Cancer Tests
    (13-Feb-2006)
    Just 25% of U.S. blacks in their 60s undergo PSA blood tests, study finds

  • Poverty Behind Poor Prostate Cancer Outcomes in Black Men
    (13-Feb-2006)
    Study suggests low income and lack of education, not race, shortens survival

  • Cheney Hunting Accident Spotlights Safety Issues
    (13-Feb-2006)
    Hunters in groups increase chances of mishaps, expert says

  • Many Men Drive to ER During Heart Attack
    (10-Feb-2006)
    One in 14 do so, researchers say, even though ambulance is the better option

  • Saw Palmetto Won't Ease Enlarged Prostate
    (08-Feb-2006)
    Rigorous study shows the herbal supplement doesn't improve on placebo

  • Saw Palmetto Won't Ease Enlarged Prostate
    (08-Feb-2006)
    Rigorous study shows the herbal supplement doesn't improve on placebo

  • Saw Palmetto Won't Ease Enlarged Prostate
    (08-Feb-2006)
    Rigorous study shows the herbal supplement doesn't improve on placebo

  • Fatty Acid May Spur Prostate Cancer Growth
    (02-Feb-2006)
    Balancing omega-6 fatty acids with omega-3s is the prudent course, study suggests

  • Anger Can Harm Your Health
    (31-Jan-2006)
    ER visits show injured men were more likely to be upset at the time they got hurt

  • Health Tip: Will I Go Bald?
    (30-Jan-2006)
    The answer lies in your genes

  • Erectile Dysfunction Can Signal Heart Trouble
    (23-Jan-2006)
    Men with condition performed more poorly on cardiac stress test, researchers found

  • Erectile Dysfunction Can Signal Heart Trouble
    (23-Jan-2006)
    Men with condition performed more poorly on cardiac stress test, researchers found

  • Curry Spice Plus Cabbage Compound May Fight Cancer
    (20-Jan-2006)
    Mouse study of prostate tumors suggests real promise from the treatment

  • Impotence Drugs Linked Again to Vision Problems
    (18-Jan-2006)
    Small study suggests users with previous heart attack history may be at risk

  • Revenge Replaces Empathy in Male Brain
    (18-Jan-2006)
    Watching bad guys suffer lights up the mind's reward centers for men, study finds

  • Impotence Drugs Linked Again to Vision Problems
    (18-Jan-2006)
    Small study suggests users with previous heart attack history may be at risk

  • Surgery Not Always the Answer for Hernias
    (17-Jan-2006)
    Men with few painful symptoms may want to leave injury alone, study finds

  • Aspirin Protects Men and Women Differently
    (17-Jan-2006)
    Fewer strokes for women, fewer heart attacks for men, study found

  • Obesity Hinders Prostate Cancer Detection
    (11-Jan-2006)
    Finding highlights need for rigorous screening in heavier patients

  • Designer Genes: Women May Stray When Ovulation Peaks
    (09-Jan-2006)
    Study suggests infidelity could be part of evolutionary call for desirable mates

  • PSA Test Might Not Save Lives
    (09-Jan-2006)
    Study found screening for prostate cancer made no difference in survival rates

  • PSA Test Might Not Save Lives
    (09-Jan-2006)
    Study found screening for prostate cancer made no difference in survival rates

  • PSA Test Might Not Save Lives
    (09-Jan-2006)
    Study found screening for prostate cancer made no difference in survival rates

  • Urethritis in Men Linked to Oral Sex
    (06-Jan-2006)
    Common sexually transmitted disease may be caused by germs in mouth, study says

  • Soy Might Worsen Heart Condition
    (04-Jan-2006)
    Male mice prone to hypertrophic cardiomyopathy did better on milk-protein diet, study finds

  • More Men Are Discovering Cosmetic Surgery
    (02-Jan-2006)
    Liposuction, eyelid lifts and nose jobs are popular procedures, experts say

  • Prostate Cancer Treatment Causes Bone Loss
    (22-Dec-2005)
    Men treated with hormonal therapy may need bone-boosting meds, too

  • Impotence Points to Heart Problems
    (20-Dec-2005)
    Major study shows erectile dysfunction ups risk of cardiovascular trouble

  • Impotence Points to Heart Problems
    (20-Dec-2005)
    Major study shows erectile dysfunction ups risk of cardiovascular trouble

  • Testosterone May Improve Life for Men With Early Alzheimer's
    (12-Dec-2005)
    pen cognitive skills in small study

  • Study: Men, Women Don't Think Alike
    (09-Dec-2005)
    Brain scans reveal differences in activity while performing similar tasks

  • Fighting Cancer May Mean Fighting 'Fate'
    (08-Dec-2005)
    A belief that illness is 'meant to be' can prove deadly, experts say

  • Violent Video Games May Desensitize Users
    (08-Dec-2005)
    Study found players had little reaction to unsettling images

  • Obesity, Blood Pressure Woes Haunt Aging Boomers
    (08-Dec-2005)
    But life expectancy has hit an all-time high, annual U.S. health report finds

  • Infertility Boosts Testicular Cancer Risk
    (02-Dec-2005)
    Screening subfertile men for the disease makes sense, expert says

  • Health Tip: Bonding With Baby
    (02-Dec-2005)
    Fathers need to do it, too

  • New Screens Help Spot Football Injuries
    (30-Nov-2005)
    MRI, X-ray are giving doctors a better picture

  • As Noise Rises, So May Heart Risks
    (24-Nov-2005)
    Loud environments boost odds for heart attack, study finds

  • Male Preemie Babies at Higher Risk for Hypertension As Adults
    (21-Nov-2005)
    Odds are doubled for males born very early, study found

  • New Impotence Drug Under Review
    (18-Nov-2005)
    Avanafil takes effect within 30 minutes, researchers say

  • Health Tip: Males With Enlarged Breasts
    (16-Nov-2005)
    It's usually nothing to worry about

  • a Just Reward
    (08-Nov-2005)
    Brain's 'reward centers' show heightened activity if something is funny, study finds

  • Syphilis Rates Rising Among U.S. Men
    (08-Nov-2005)
    Study cites lax safe-sex behavior by gay and bisexual males

  • Widening Waistlines Raise Kidney Risks
    (04-Nov-2005)
    Heavier men face higher odds of organ dysfunction, research shows

  • Protein Helps Vitamin E Fight Cancer
    (01-Nov-2005)
    TAP might also serve as early marker for prostate tumors

  • Campaign Seeks to Educate Hispanic Men About Depression
    (27-Oct-2005)
    An estimated 54 percent suffer at least one major episode in their lifetime

  • Viagra May Treat Heart Failure
    (24-Oct-2005)
    Impotence drug reduced hormonal stress on heart by 50 percent, researcher says

  • Prostate Cancer Screening Cuts Death Risk
    (19-Oct-2005)
    Study found those patients who had taken PSA test annually had higher survival rates

  • Prostate Cancer Screening Cuts Death Risk
    (19-Oct-2005)
    Study found those patients who had taken PSA test annually had higher survival rates

  • Abused Boys Become Abusive Men
    (18-Oct-2005)
    They're more likely to commit domestic violence as adults, study finds

  • Marital Status Affects Prostate Cancer Treatment Choices
    (18-Oct-2005)
    Study found men with spouses more likely to seek radiation for advanced disease

  • No Link Between Diabetes, Aggressive Prostate Cancer
    (17-Oct-2005)
    However, diabetic patients do have poorer survival rates, study finds

  • Slimming Down Heats Up Sex Lives
    (17-Oct-2005)
    For the obese, losing weight can have romantic rewards, study finds

  • Blood Test May Spot Aggressive Prostate Cancer
    (17-Oct-2005)
    A reliable screen would help doctors match treatments to individual patients

  • Smoking Reduces a Man's Fertility
    (17-Oct-2005)
    If you're thinking of fathering a child, don't smoke, experts advise

  • Health Tip: Hair Loss in Women With Cancer
    (14-Oct-2005)
    A wig can help you look and feel better

  • Lighting Up May Dumb Smokers Down
    (14-Oct-2005)
    Study finds increased thinking problems, lower IQ among long-term tobacco users

  • PCBs Hurt Sperm, But Not Men's Fertility
    (12-Oct-2005)
    DNA damage may not lower reproductive ability, study finds

  • Hormone Therapy May Fight Localized Prostate Cancer
    (06-Oct-2005)
    But experts question whether the study's findings remain relevant

  • U.S. Cancer Death Rates Keep Falling
    (04-Oct-2005)
    Decline since 1990s has been steeper among men than women, new report finds

  • Weight Gain May Spur Prostate Cancer
    (01-Oct-2005)
    Obese men progressed faster to disease recurrence, study found

  • Ali Torre Goes to Bat Against Prostate Cancer
    (29-Sep-2005)
    Wife of Yankees manager Joe Torre spearheads new educational campaign

  • Married Women Report More Sexual Woes Than Singles
    (29-Sep-2005)
    But new U.K. survey finds the opposite is true for men

  • Pomegranate Shows Promise Against Prostate Cancer
    (26-Sep-2005)
    It stopped malignancy in cell cultures and mice, but experts remain cautious

  • Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs May Prevent Fracture Risk
    (26-Sep-2005)
    But randomized trials are needed to settle this controversial issue, researchers add

  • PSA Still Best Predictor of Prostate Cancer Recurrence
    (23-Sep-2005)
    Study counters recent claims that test might not be effective

  • 'Downward Mobility' Hits Men Hardest
    (21-Sep-2005)
    They're more likely to suffer depression than women as incomes decline, study finds

  • Sexism May Shorten Men's Lives: Study
    (15-Sep-2005)
    Countries with high levels of violence against women also have high male death rates

  • Health Tip: Prevent Testicular Cancer
    (08-Sep-2005)
    Self-examination may catch tumors early

  • CT Scans Spot Younger Men's Heart Risk
    (07-Sep-2005)
    But the technique isn't yet recommended for wide use, researchers add

  • Health Tip: Recovering After Vasectomy
    (06-Sep-2005)
    Don't overdo it for a few days

  • Health Tip: Recovering After Vasectomy
    (06-Sep-2005)
    Don't overdo it for a few days

  • Dad's the Link for Childhood Asthma
    (01-Sep-2005)
    Researchers find genetic trail leads to fathers

  • Breast Cancer Gene Tied to Non-Breast Tumors in Men
    (01-Sep-2005)
    BRCA2 mutations up risks for other malignancies, study finds

  • Exercise Cuts Men's Heart Death Risk
    (29-Aug-2005)
    Staying fit a lifesaver regardless of cholesterol levels, study finds

  • Healthy Diet, Exercise Fight Prostate Cancer
    (12-Aug-2005)
    Study is first to show lifestyle changes battle malignancy

  • Combo Therapy Stalls Return of Prostate Cancer
    (08-Aug-2005)
    Vaccine, hormone treatment seems to delay recurrence, study finds

  • PSA Changes Over Time Predict Prostate Cancer Risk
    (26-Jul-2005)
    Doctors may need to stop focusing on single test results, studies suggest

  • Testosterone Patch Improves Sexual Desire
    (25-Jul-2005)
    But FDA decision to nix patch will likely stand, researcher adds

  • Lung Cancer Deaths Declining for Europe's Men
    (22-Jul-2005)
    But the reverse is true for women, study finds

  • New Drug Promising for Testicular Cancer
    (21-Jul-2005)
    Single-dose carboplatin post-surgery just as effective as weeks of radiotherapy

  • Obesity May Begin at the Office
    (20-Jul-2005)
    Time stuck behind desk means pounds added, study finds

  • Obesity Tougher on Men
    (13-Jul-2005)
    Very overweight women much fitter than male peers, study finds

  • Men at Much Higher Eye Injury Risk
    (12-Jul-2005)
    Their risk is double that for women, research shows

  • Brittle Bones Can Affect Older Men As Well
    (10-Jul-2005)
    Fractures less common but more lethal for men than for women, experts say

  • FDA Orders Label Change for Impotence Drugs
    (08-Jul-2005)
    Change will reflect reports of sudden vision loss among users

  • Early Prostate Screening May Save Lives
    (08-Jul-2005)
    PSA blood test cuts risk of aggressive cancer by 35 percent, study found

  • Postnatal Depression Can Hit New Dads, Too
    (23-JUN-2005)
    Study finds father's 'baby blues' negatively affect child

  • Radiation Frequency Questioned for Male Breast Cancer
    (22-JUN-2005)
    Study suggests men, women be treated using same guidelines

  • More DNA Damage to Older Men's Sperm
    (21-JUN-2005)
    Findings have implications for middle-aged, wanna-be dads

  • Sunlight Lowers Prostate Cancer Risk
    (15-JUN-2005)
    But it raises skin cancer odds, so experts don't advise sunbathing

  • Viagra Treats Children's Lethal Hypertension
    (13-JUN-2005)
    The impotence drug relaxes lung arteries, extending survival

  • Low Testosterone a Common Problem for Diabetic Men
    (11-JUN-2005)
    They may be at double the risk of non-diabetics, study finds

  • Low Testosterone a Common Problem for Diabetic Men
    (11-JUN-2005)
    They may be at double the risk of non-diabetics, study finds

  • Protein Measures Prostate Cancer's Severity
    (07-JUN-2005)
    A blood test could help doctors decide for or against surgery

  • Simple Model Predicts Prostate Cancer Type
    (03-JUN-2005)
    It could help doctors design patient-tailored treaments

  • Health Tip: Preventing Prostate Cancer
    (01-JUN-2005)
    Begin by improving your diet

  • Viagra May Raise STD Risks in Gay Men
    (01-JUN-2005)
    But there's debate over whether the drug is to blame

  • FDA Probes Reports of Vision Loss Linked to Impotence Drugs
    (27-MAY-2005)
    But the medicines may not be the cause, agency cautions

  • Does Size Matter? Most Romantic Partners Say 'No'
    (27-MAY-2005)
    Studies find both sexes' body insecurities may be misguided

  • Erectile Trouble May Signal Heart Disease
    (24-MAY-2005)
    Studies suggest men with ED get checked for vascular problems

  • Loving Partners Help Men Battle Prostate Cancer
    (23-MAY-2005)
    Relationships enhance patient's quality of life, study finds

  • Drug Helps Target Prostate Biopsies
    (19-MAY-2005)
    It may spare men repeat procedures, researchers say

  • Health Tip: Coping with Hair Loss
    (18-MAY-2005)
    Talk to your doctor about treatment

  • Exercise Boosts Prostate Health
    (11-MAY-2005)
    Active men cut risk for advanced cancer by 70 percent, study finds

  • Study: Surgery Best for Prostate Cancer
    (11-MAY-2005)
    But experts say this decision is best made by patient and his doctor

  • Cell Therapy Targets Gum Disease, Stretch Marks
    (04-MAY-2005)
    Special dermal-layer cells might even regrow hair, company says

  • Depression Raises Men's Heart Risks
    (03-MAY-2005)
    Blue moods bring cardiovascular system down, too, study finds

  • Father's Longevity Linked to Your Blood Pressure
    (03-MAY-2005)
    French researchers find hypertension higher in those whose fathers died young

  • Men's Social Status Linked to Heart Disease
    (01-MAY-2005)
    Researchers find isolation can affect inflammation marker

  • Pollutants Prove to Affect Male Fertility
    (29-APR-2005)
    Swedish study shows link between environment, chromosomal changes

  • Health Tip: Men Who Have Osteoporosis
    (27-APR-2005)
    Some preventive steps you can take

  • Alcohol a Strong Risk Factor for Hypertension in China
    (22-APR-2005)
    Frequent drinkers double their risk of high blood pressure, study finds

  • Beer, Red Wine Both Boost Blood Pressure
    (21-APR-2005)
    But red wine's other effects may still make it heart-healthy

  • Statins May Halve Advanced Prostate Cancer Risk
    (18-APR-2005)
    Study hints at potential promise of cholesterol-busting drugs

  • Tissue Scan May Improve Prostate Cancer Treatment
    (15-APR-2005)
    It beat standard lab biopsy in helping doctors predict course of disease

  • Tamoxifen Eases Prostate Cancer Treatment Side Effects
    (14-APR-2005)
    Adding the drug cut down on breast enlargement and breast pain

  • Testosterone Behind Men's Higher Aneurysm Risk
    (04-APR-2005)
    Male hormones could make males vulnerable to aortic rupture

  • Radiation for Prostate Cancer May Make Rectal Cancer More Likely
    (01-APR-2005)
    Overall risk for rectal tumors remains low, however

  • Study: Partial Prostate Cancer Freeze Therapy Effective
    (01-APR-2005)
    But others worry the technique will miss some malignant tissue

  • Sports Victories Spur Injuries
    (31-MAR-2005)
    Assaults seem to surge when the home team wins

  • Healthy Change, Early Screening Can Cut Cancer Rates
    (31-MAR-2005)
    Cancer Society report finds some successes, many challenges

  • Health Tip: Male Menopause
    (28-MAR-2005)
    Surviving your 'midlife crisis'

  • Race, Marriage Influence Prostate Cancer Treatment
    (28-MAR-2005)
    Both help men decide whether to opt for surgery or radiation, study suggests

  • Fingers Point to Male Aggression
    (25-MAR-2005)
    Index-to-ring-finger ratio identifies men prone to using fists, scientists say

  • Gene-Diet Link May Shield Some Men From Prostate Cancer
    (24-MAR-2005)
    Antioxidants from food especially helpful in 25% of men, study suggests

  • PSA Test Plus Digital Exam Best at Spotting Prostate Cancer
    (24-MAR-2005)
    One screen detects what the other may miss, study suggests

  • Treatment Options Increasing for Prostate Cancer
    (24-MAR-2005)
    But reliable screening procedures remain elusive, panel of experts says

  • Widening Waistlines Predict Diabetes in Men
    (22-MAR-2005)
    Belt size beats body mass index as disease indicator, study finds

  • 'Inert' Female Chromosome May Be Active
    (16-MAR-2005)
    Finding points to unsuspected source of differences between men, women

  • Radiation 'Seed Therapy' Beating Prostate Cancer
    (10-MAR-2005)
    Study finds it equals or excels traditional surgery in curing disease

  • Developed Countries Still Carry Greatest Cancer Burden
    (10-MAR-2005)
    But study finds developing nations are catching up

  • Health Tip: Hair Loss in Women
    (09-MAR-2005)
    How not to make it worse

  • Lung Cancer 'Gender Gap' Closing
    (07-MAR-2005)
    Men's rate falling while women hold steady, report finds

  • Prostate Cancer Vaccine Shows Promise
    (04-MAR-2005)
    Method of attack could be used against other tumors, researchers say

  • Battle of the Sexes a Matter of Perception
    (28-FEB-2005)
    Males better at spatial memory, but females quickly catch up, monkey study shows

  • Wives Who Bite Their Tongues Risk Their Lives
    (17-FEB-2005)
    Avoiding conflict with husbands boosts likelihood of death, study finds

  • Love Beats Depression for Women, Not Men
    (09-FEB-2005)
    Relationships study found big gender differences

  • Puberty Starts With a 'KiSS'
    (07-FEB-2005)
    Gene awakens reproductive system at right time, researchers report

  • DHEA May Help Treat Mid-Life Depression
    (07-FEB-2005)
    Study suggests over-the-counter hormone can ease symptoms

  • Viagra Protects Against Pulmonary Problems
    (01-FEB-2005)
    Helps with altitude-induced hypertension, researchers say

  • Viagra Protects Against Pulmonary Problems
    (01-FEB-2005)
    Helps with altitude-induced hypertension, researchers say

  • Panel: Screen Older Male Smokers for Abdominal Aneurysm
    (31-JAN-2005)
    A one-time ultrasound for men aged 65 to 75 could save lives

  • HIV Risk High in Poor Neighborhoods
    (28-JAN-2005)
    Stress experienced by males leads to drug use, needle sharing

  • Extra Weight Skews PSA Scores
    (24-JAN-2005)
    High BMI means prostate cancer screen can miss early stages of disease, study says

  • Viagra May Reverse Enlarged-Heart Damage
    (23-JAN-2005)
    Mouse study indicates erectile dysfunction drug can treat hypertrophy

  • Hormone Therapy Has Drawbacks for Men as Well
    (12-JAN-2005)
    Prostate cancer patients on androgen-deprivation therapy had increased risk of bone breaks

  • Curtailing Side Effects of Prostate Cancer Radiation
    (11-JAN-2005)
    More thorough imaging reduces erectile dysfunction in patients

  • Only Moderate Drinking Wards Off Stroke
    (03-JAN-2005)
    A glass of red every other day is key, researchers report

  • Remarriage Turns Men Into Couch Potatoes
    (28-DEC-2004)
    But a study finds that they boost their veggie intake

  • Health Tip: Skin Disease Causes Baldness
    (17-DEC-2004)
    Understanding alopecia areata

  • Do Hungry Guys Prefer Heftier Gals?
    (17-DEC-2004)
    Study suggests men's tastes change before, after meals

  • Male Birth Control Moves Closer to Reality
    (13-DEC-2004)
    The focus is on pills, implants that keep sperm counts at zero

  • Laptops May Threaten Male Fertility
    (09-DEC-2004)
    Keep computers on desk as much as possible, researcher says

  • Health Tip: Hair Apparent
    (02-DEC-2004)
    Modern anti-baldness therapies involve hair relocation

  • Gay Men Using Viagra Recreationally
    (02-DEC-2004)
    Study: Practice may raise risk of STDs, fatal drug interactions

  • Stem Cells Offer Hope for Urinary Incontinence
    (29-NOV-2004)
    Women maintaining bladder control a year after new treatment

  • Genetic Interplay Controls Prostate Cancer Growth
    (23-NOV-2004)
    A complex picture of three key genes emerges from a mouse study

  • Health Tip: Boxers or Briefs?
    (16-NOV-2004)
    Won't make a difference to fertility

  • New Clue to Prostate Cancer May Improve Treatment
    (16-NOV-2004)
    Better targeting of hormone receptor could stop spread of disease

  • New Clue to Prostate Cancer May Improve Treatment
    (16-NOV-2004)
    Better targeting of hormone receptor could stop spread of disease

  • Strides Made in Male Contraceptive Vaccine
    (11-NOV-2004)
    Anti-sperm shots make monkeys temporarily infertile

  • Obesity Carries Extra Health-Care Costs
    (07-NOV-2004)
    Overweight men have bigger drug bills, study finds

  • Taking Measure of Prostate Cancer Care
    (04-NOV-2004)
    Study will examine treatment satisfaction among patients and their spouses

  • Some Chest Pains Require More Scrutiny in ER
    (04-NOV-2004)
    Small percentage of patients go on to have heart attacks, problems a month later

  • Testosterone Tied to Memory
    (28-OCT-2004)
    Prostate cancer patients who were deprived of it forgot things faster than healthy men

  • Testosterone Tied to Memory
    (28-OCT-2004)
    Prostate cancer patients who were deprived of it forgot things faster than healthy men

  • Hispanics, Women Less Likely to Be Tested for Colon Cancer
    (25-OCT-2004)
    They skip screenings when not reminded by doctors, new study finds.

  • Health Tip: Why Women Live Longer
    (22-OCT-2004)
    Or, why men die sooner

  • Jury Still Out on Testosterone Therapy
    (20-OCT-2004)
    Older men suffering 'male menopause' may benefit, but risks remain unclear

  • Jury Still Out on Testosterone Therapy
    (20-OCT-2004)
    Older men suffering 'male menopause' may benefit, but risks remain unclear

  • Brief Drops in Testosterone Don't Hurt Healthy Men
    (06-OCT-2004)
    Drug that reduced levels had little negative effect on mood, study finds

  • Brief Drops in Testosterone Don't Hurt Healthy Men
    (06-OCT-2004)
    Drug that reduced levels had little negative effect on mood, study finds

  • Heart-Healthy Diet Prevents Gallstones
    (05-OCT-2004)
    Unsaturated fat intake linked to reduced risk

  • Treatment Delay for Prostate Cancer Doesn't Hurt Outcome
    (05-OCT-2004)
    Those who had to wait up to three months for radiation no worse off, study finds

  • Gender Plays Part in Mental Health
    (29-SEP-2004)
    More women suffer depression, post-traumatic stress disorder

  • Women Will Outsprint Men at 100 Meters -- Maybe
    (29-SEP-2004)
    Study of Olympic times predicts women will be swifter by year 2156

  • Red Wine Stems Prostate Cancer
    (28-SEP-2004)
    Daily glass cuts risk in half, study finds

  • Treadmill Test Predicts Heart Risk in Men
    (27-SEP-2004)
    But some experts question its worth

  • Impotence: A Red Flag for Heart Disease
    (26-SEP-2004)
    The two share common physiologic pathways, experts say

  • Impotence: A Red Flag for Heart Disease
    (26-SEP-2004)
    The two share common physiologic pathways, experts say

  • Report Urges More Prostate Cancer Research
    (22-SEP-2004)
    Seeks better treatment, coordination among specialists

  • Winning Battles in the Prostate Cancer War
    (21-SEP-2004)
    Early detection is key to combating the disease

  • Impotence Common After Radiation, Surgery on Prostate
    (14-SEP-2004)
    Major side effects of either procedure linger after 5 years

  • Impotence Common After Radiation, Surgery on Prostate
    (14-SEP-2004)
    Major side effects of either procedure linger after 5 years

  • New Compounds Fight Malaria, Prostate Cancer
    (24-AUG-2004)
    Agents that mimic Chinese herbal remedy kill parasites, cancer cells

  • Protein Prompts Spread of Prostate Cancer
    (23-AUG-2004)
    Treatments that block hepsin might slow cancer

  • Back Pain Shows Gender Gap
    (19-AUG-2004)
    Men and women report different causes of muscle spasms along spine

  • Short Course of Hormone Therapy Boosts Odds With Prostate Cancer
    (17-AUG-2004)
    Six months was enough to improve survival rates while reducing side effects

  • Short Course of Hormone Therapy Boosts Odds With Prostate Cancer
    (17-AUG-2004)
    Six months was enough to improve survival rates while reducing side effects

  • Extra Help for Impotence
    (13-AUG-2004)
    Erection pill and testosterone gel effective combination, study finds

  • Extra Help for Impotence
    (13-AUG-2004)
    Erection pill and testosterone gel effective combination, study finds

  • Recreational Use of Viagra on the Increase
    (05-AUG-2004)
    Study finds threefold jump in younger men

  • Recreational Use of Viagra on the Increase
    (05-AUG-2004)
    Study finds threefold jump in younger men

  • Recreational Use of Viagra on the Increase
    (05-AUG-2004)
    Study finds threefold jump in younger men

  • Dads Play Key Role in Kids' Mental Health
    (03-AUG-2004)
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