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Living a vibrant life after prostate cancer

Living a life that’s meaningful with a purpose is a vibrant life. But to live that life well also means maintaining good health with energy and a good attitude to go with it. After beating the challenges of a prostate cancer diagnosis, the first thing most men want to do is to get on with… Read more

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Why flu shots are particularly vital if you have heart disease

Why does it matter if you have heart disease and your doctor has advised you to get a flu shot?  You may wonder what the flu has to do with heart disease anyway. Some people view having the flu (influenza) as not much different than having a cold. They may fail to see the advantage… Read more

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What men should know about diabetes and erectile dysfunction

Here’s a known fact about men diagnosed with diabetes and erectile dysfunction (ED): Studies suggest that anywhere from 35 percent to 75 percent with diabetes – regardless of whether their diabetes is type 1 or type 2 – will eventually develop ED. Moreover, these same men will also likely develop ED 10-15 years earlier than… Read more

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Exercise-induced hematuria: When should you be concerned?

After an intense workout, such as running for miles or all-out sprinting, there’s a possibility you may notice blood in your urine.  Blood in the urine is medically called hematuria, a painless condition.  Anyone who’s had a vigorous exercise session may notice their urine appearing bright red, pink, or cola-colored. While seeing blood is disconcerting,… Read more

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5 Reasons when you need a second opinion

Every day, somebody will receive a diagnosis of a life-altering, serious health condition.  Hearing “you have…” can be scary and unsettling, feeling like your world has stopped.  For some, such news may be expected. For others, it will be entirely out of the blue.  Either way, hearing about a medical condition threatening your overall health… Read more