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Expert warns of 'silent epidemic' that puts men’s health at serious risk

Gut health expert reveals why acid reflux is becoming a 'silent epidemic' among men. Discover 7 simple steps to reduce symptoms and prevent complications. Read More

Behavioral healthcare expert explains men’s mental health epidemic

According to the Missouri Department of Mental Health Division of Behavioral Health, out of nearly 74,000 Missourians who received mental health treatment, 47.8% of them were male. Read More

Why Men’s Health Screenings Are More Important Than You Think

Dr. Kareen Alazem & Megan Wiltgen talks to ciLiving host, Jaclyn Friedlander about the importance of men's health and getting screened regularly Men’s health is often overlooked but taking it ... Read More

‘Change the outlook’ Doctor focuses on importance of prioritizing Black men’s health

In recent years, there has been headline after headline of well known Black male entertainers who have died before age 60. From actor Chadwick Boseman to singer D’Angelo, the deaths have ... Read More

RFK Jr. wants to end mental health screenings in schools. Experts say it's a bad idea

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr and Education Secretary Linda McMahon want schools to do away with mental health screenings and therapy. Instead, they argue in a Washington Post opinion ... Read More

Men's Health Day brings free screenings, compassion, and hope to Virginia Beach's homeless community

A local partnership working to close the health gap for men facing homelessness with free exams, education, and community connection. Read More

Health centers face risks as government funding lapses

About 1,500 federally funded health centers that serve millions of low-income people face significant financial challenges, their leaders say, as the government shutdown compounds other cuts to their ... Read More

Hampton University Proton Cancer Institute providing free screenings at men's health fair

HAMPTON, Va. — I've been very public about my prostate cancer diagnosis and experience receiving treatment in an effort to encourage other men to get screened. If you're due for screenings, an ... Read More

A surprising cause of some urinary tract infections: Contaminated meat

Researchers have identified a surprising cause of some urinary tract infections: contaminated meat. A four-year study found that nearly 1 in 5 UTIs detected among a group of patients in Southern ... Read More

Nearly 1 in 4 Americans Live With a Mental Illness. Here's How to Get Help

Share on Pinterest A new report ranks U.S states according to residents’ reported mental health and the care available in each state. Lucy Lambriex/Getty Images Nearly 1 in 4 U.S. adults experienced a ... Read More

On Texas border, uninsured people stress the health system. It's set to get worse

RIO GRANDE CITY, Texas — Dr. Jake Margo Jr. stood in the triage room at Starr County Memorial Hospital explaining why a person with persistent fever who could be treated with over-the-counter ... Read More

What the Average Waist Size Reveals About Men's Health

Your waist size is more than just a clothing measurement—it's also a key marker of your health. While there's no one ideal waist size for men, research consistently links larger waistlines with higher ... Read More