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Men may be more likely than women to receive later-stage diagnoses for many cancer types in the US
Between 2015 and 2022, men were more likely than women to be diagnosed with regional and/or distant stages of 20 nonreproductive solid cancer types in the United States, according to a study published in Cancer Epidemiology, ...
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Men should speed up slower to avoid 'hitting the wall' in marathons, new research suggests
Male runners may be twice as likely as female runners to suddenly slow down—known as "hitting the wall"—during a marathon, according to a study published in Scientific Reports. The authors suggest that men may be able to ...
Jul 2, 2026
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Should lowest-risk prostate 'cancer' still be called cancer? How changing the name could save lives
A growing number of prostate cancer experts argue that calling the lowest-risk prostate cancer "cancer" does more harm than good. A new UCLA-led study found removing the cancer label could dramatically reduce overtreatment ...
Jul 1, 2026
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DNA methylation patterns may explain why some prostate cancers turn lethal
The prostate is the single organ most frequently afflicted by cancer in men. Prostate cancer affects approximately 4 million American men, with another 330,000 men expected to be diagnosed with the condition this year alone.
Jul 1, 2026
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Early benign prostatic hyperplasia outcomes comparable for p-ThuLEP and open prostatectomy
For patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), early functional outcomes are comparable with high-peak-power pulsed Thulium:YAG laser enucleation (p-ThuLEP) and open simple prostatectomy (OSP), but shorter hospitalization ...
Jun 30, 2026
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Should I take zinc or eat oysters to ward off colds, boost my immune system or improve fertility?
Judging by the claims on the bottles, it's easy to assume a simple zinc tablet is a quick fix for everything from the common cold to low immunity and even male fertility. But do they actually work? And should you be taking ...
Jun 29, 2026
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Low grip strength should not be used as an independent predictor of prostate cancer in older men
New research suggests that low handgrip strength alone is not a reliable predictor of increased prostate cancer risk among older men. The relationship between low handgrip strength (HGS) and prostate cancer has long remained ...
Jun 29, 2026
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What happens when celebrities talk about their prostate cancer?
When high-profile figures publicly discuss their prostate cancer, the public health impact can be immediate. The media coverage raises awareness. More men may seek information or medical advice.
Jun 26, 2026
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Developing a new methodology to identify biomarkers for male infertility
Researchers from the EHU-University of the Basque Country have developed a robust protocol to detect the molecules involved in the metabolic reactions of sperm. The new method enables a detailed analysis even with small samples ...
Jun 25, 2026
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Low testosterone linked to cancer risk in men
New research shows men with very low testosterone levels are at higher risk of both fatal and nonfatal cancer later in life. But while the research found men with low testosterone were 18% more likely to die of cancer years ...
Jun 23, 2026
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New blood test detects more high-risk prostate cancer cases
A new blood test may make it easier to detect the most dangerous forms of prostate cancer early. In a study from Karolinska Institutet, the Stockholm3 blood test detected more clinically significant cancer cases than the ...
Jun 23, 2026
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Review of metformin's benefits for cardiovascular and brain health finds surprising reduction in prostate cancer
A drug commonly used to treat type 2 diabetes has the added bonus of reducing the risk of prostate cancer, new research has found. For the study, published in Rejuvenation Research, researchers conducted a literature review ...
Jun 23, 2026
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Testosterone therapy labels and limits may change under FDA proposal
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is asking drugmakers to update the prescribing information on testosterone replacement therapy products to reflect newer clinical evidence.
Jun 23, 2026
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Prostate cancer screening discussions are rare, but make a big difference, according to study
Millions of men face a decision about whether to be screened for prostate cancer. National guidelines say that decision should begin with a conversation about the risks and benefits of testing. But a new Medical University ...
Jun 22, 2026
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Paid paternal leave linked to better mental health outcomes for dads
A new study from Northwestern University and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago highlights the critical role paid paternal leave plays in supporting new dads' mental health following the birth of their baby.
Jun 18, 2026
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Jeremy Clarkson has aggressive prostate cancer. What makes some cancers more aggressive than others?
UK media celebrity Jeremy Clarkson this week revealed he has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer.
Jun 18, 2026
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Barbers may help prevent skin cancer
Could your barber help prevent skin cancer? A new study by the University of Portsmouth suggests that barbers could play a significant role in the early detection and prevention of skin cancer among men, opening a new community-based ...
Jun 18, 2026
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Three men's health drugs that were originally designed for a different purpose
Many medicines begin life with one purpose and end up proving useful for a completely different reason.
Jun 16, 2026
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Clinical trials suggest GLP-1s may improve fertility in men with obesity
GLP-1s do not harm male hormones or fertility after long-term use, according to a study being presented Monday at ENDO 2026, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Chicago. In fact, the research team found GLP-1s may improve ...
Jun 15, 2026
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Testosterone alone is not a replacement for lifestyle changes in older men at risk of type 2 diabetes, new study shows
Testosterone treatment may improve body composition, glucose metabolism and sexual desire in some older men at high risk of type 2 diabetes (T2D), but the benefits require engagement in a lifestyle program, according to a ...
Jun 13, 2026
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Study suggests testosterone therapy in men may be overprescribed, inconsistent with clinical guidelines
Only a small number of men who were prescribed testosterone therapy received appropriate, guideline-concordant diagnostic testing, according to a study presented at ENDO 2026, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Chicago, ...
Jun 13, 2026
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A hidden DNA genome protector may explain why health and aging differ between men and women
How diseases develop and how the body ages can differ between females and males, but the biological reasons for these differences are not fully understood. Researchers are studying the role of sex chromosomes to better understand ...
Jun 10, 2026
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Fathers may influence their children's health before they're even conceived
A father's health before conception may leave a biological imprint on his future children, according to a new study from Washington State University.
Jun 9, 2026
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Trial to test AI for prostate MRI cancer diagnosis
A new UCL-led international trial will assess whether AI can perform as well as expert radiologists at detecting prostate cancer on MRI scans.
Jun 8, 2026
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'Dad bods' may influence childhood obesity risks, review suggests
As obesity rates rise across the U.S., new research from Joe C. Wen School of Population & Public Health at the University of California, Irvine scientists draws attention to an often-overlooked factor in children's long-term ...
Jun 5, 2026
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