Men's Health

Men and Belly Fat: No Laughing Matter
The health effects of extra fat in the abdomen, also called visceral fat, are serious. Men who pack more pudge around their middles have a greater risk for heart problems, diabetes, cancer, and other conditions.

The Health Benefits of Male Friendships
From on-screen bromances to buddy comedies, male friendships play a big role in many movies. But they’re even more important in real life. Social support is associated with staying healthier and living longer. And the benefits can be long-lasting.

9 Bad Habits That Can Put You at Risk for a Sports Injury
Nothing can ruin a sports season or a good exercise streak quite like a sports injury. Here's how to prevent one.

Protein Powers Muscle Maintenance
A blend of protein sources, from both animals and plants, can keep people from losing muscle size and strength as they age.

Keep Your Brain Sharp as You Age
Certain lifestyle habits can help protect the brain over time. These strategies can help you take care of your brain.

Holding On to Stress Raises Risk for Health Problems a Decade Later
Stress happens. But how you cope with it may impact your health in the long run.

Make the Most of Medicare’s Yearly Wellness Visit
An annual wellness visit can help you stay your healthiest. It’s a chance for you and your provider to talk about preventing disease or catching it early, when treatment works best.

Men: Do You Have Low Testosterone?
Learning about low testosterone may help you determine whether you could have the condition and what you should do about it.

The New Battle of the Sexes: Diabetes Strikes Men and Women Differently
Understanding the unique ways diabetes affects each gender is important. Discussing them with your doctor can help you take control of your health.

Is Prostate Cancer Screening Right for You?
Doctors can test the PSA level in your blood. Higher PSA levels increase the likelihood of having prostate cancer.

How Belly Fat Is Sabotaging Your Health
Storing most of your fat around your waist, rather than at your hips, puts you at higher risk for type 2 diabetes and heart disease.

Robots to the Rescue: Robotic Prostatectomy
Robots help surgeons treat cancer. It may sound like a science fiction movie. But for men facing prostate cancer, it can be a real-life scene.

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