Men's Health

Physical inactivity is just as big a risk factor for heart disease as high blood pressure and smoking are. So, be the exception rather than the rule. Read on for some great ways to exercise for a healthier heart. ...more

Stretching is an easy thing you can do to improve your health, yet it's often the most neglected part of people's fitness regimens. Stretching can reduce your injury risk and help you become more limber, regardless of your age and physical condition. ...more

Depression is a serious mood disorder. It touches every part of your life and is caused by a chemical imbalance in your brain. Treatment involves medicine and counseling. ...more

Depression is not a natural part of growing old. It's a health condition that should be treated aggressively. Read on to learn more. ...more

Quality time should be woven into our lives. As our children get older and slip away, we need to stop worrying about the extraordinary and think more about the ordinary." ...more

Families, spouses, or friends are often the first to suspect that their loved one is challenged by feelings, behaviors, or environmental conditions that cause them to act disruptive, rebellious, or sad. ...more

There are many types of sleep problems. They can interfere with health and quality of life. Sleep problems can range from insomnia to snoring. ...more

Sleep apnea is a serious, potentially life-threatening condition. It is far more common than generally understood. Sleep apnea happens in all age groups and both genders. ...more

Detailed information and illustrations about the two coronary arteries, which supply blood to the heart muscle. ...more

A person with coronary heart disease has fatty deposits that have built up in the coronary arteries. These deposits narrow the arteries and can decrease or block the flow of blood to the heart. ...more

Tests that may be used to help diagnose a stroke include a CT scan or MRI, and an electroencephalogram. ...more

Strokes are classified as either ischemic or hemorrhagic. Ischemic strokes are caused by the blockage of an artery. Hemorrhagic strokes are caused by bleeding in the brain. ...more

An electrocardiogram (ECG) is one of the simplest and fastest tests used to evaluate the heart. Electrodes (small, plastic patches that stick to the skin) are placed at certain locations on the chest, arms, and legs. When the electrodes are connected to an ECG machine by lead wires, the electrical activity of the heart is measured, interpreted, and printed out. ...more

An electrocardiogram (ECG) is one of the simplest and fastest tests used to evaluate the heart. For this test, electrodes (small, plastic patches that stick to the skin) are placed at certain spots on the chest, arms, and legs. When the electrodes are connected to an ECG machine by wires, the electrical activity of the heart is measured, interpreted, and printed out. ...more

A prostate biopsy is done after other tests show that there may be a problem with the prostate gland. It is the best method to diagnose prostate cancer. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after the procedure. ...more

A prostate or rectal ultrasound is an imaging test that uses sound waves to look at your prostate or your rectum. ...more

In an uncircumcised boy, the foreskin will begin to separate from the tip of the penis. This happens naturally while the boy is a baby. This is called foreskin retraction. ...more

Cognitive development means the growth of a child's ability to think and reason. This growth happens differently from ages 6 to 12, and ages 12 to 18. ...more

Many sports injuries can be prevented with proper conditioning and training, wearing appropriate protective gear, and using proper equipment....more

What is a contusion? A sprain? A strain? Find out more about these common sports injuries....more

Getting to the gym for a weight workout isn't always easy. That's why it pays to have weights at home as a backup, or even as a substitute. ...more

Patellofemoral pain syndrome means that you have dull pain around the front of the knee (patella). This is where the knee connects with the lower end of the thighbone (femur). ...more

Read on for helpful steps to take to prevent sports injuries....more

Stress fractures are weak spots or small cracks in the bone caused by continuous overuse. They often occur in the foot after training for basketball, running, and other sports. ...more

Shin splints refers to pain and tenderness along or just behind the large bone in the lower leg (the tibia). ...more

Exercise is good for people of all ages. It helps lower blood pressure, reduces the risks for falls and serious injuries, and slows the body's loss of muscle and bone mass. ...more

Experts are increasingly urging people to know their BMI, a figure that takes into account not just weight but also height to indicate body fat....more

Your target heart rate is the range at which sustained physical activity - running, cycling, swimming laps, or any other aerobic exercise - is considered safe and effective....more

True or false: Polio vaccines should be kept up-to-date throughout your lifetime....more

Back pain is a common complaint, but how serious is it? Take this quiz and see how much you know about back care. ...more

This questionnaire can help you find out how likely you are to have depression....more

Crohn’s disease is one of a group of diseases known as inflammatory bowel diseases. Your risk of getting Crohn’s may be tied to family or to your environment. Learn about the risks you may have by taking this assessment....more

See how a plan to quit using tobacco - including identifying your reasons for using tobacco, the triggers that cause you to use tobacco and how to avoid your triggers - can help you quit successfully....more

Watch this video to learn the health risks associated with being overweight as well as some of the ways used to determine if you are considered overweight....more

While medical advancements have made aging easier for some, changes in society may make it more difficult for others. There is an increasing number of older Americans who don’t have a family member or caretaker looking after their needs. This growing group is called elder orphans. ...more

For a fun, active solution that also benefits your physical health, try orienteering. It’s an activity that combines exercise with reading a map and using a compass....more

Who doesn’t want to add time—and vigor—to their years? One way to do this: through physical activity. ...more

Back pain can be as varied as the sources that cause it. But what do you do when back pain occurs? How do you deal with the pain—and when does it warrant a trip to a healthcare provider?...more

It’s normal to worry about your family, health, or finances sometimes. And in the short term, having some anxiety isn’t bad. It can help you focus and cope during stressful situations. ...more

Walking is among the most common exercises for good reason—it’s simple, it’s inexpensive, and it has a whole host of health benefits. While many take to a sidewalk or trail, don’t overlook indoor options, including the treadmill. ...more

Having attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) doesn’t have to get in your way. But being organized might not come as naturally to you. To boost your productivity and feel less overwhelmed or anxious, try these 5 organizational tips: ...more

One in 3 Americans older than age 65 has some hearing loss. If you’re not hearing as well as you once did, you can take steps to manage the issue so that it doesn’t limit your life....more