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Will Tooth Brushing Protect Your Heart?
Research has linked gum disease and cardiovascular disease. Will treating one help prevent or reverse the other?
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Men's Health Alerts
Hey, Where's My Waist?
January 31, 2012
You may know that having a larger belly puts you at greater risk for a number of medical conditions. But how exactly do you measure your waist?
The Lowdown on Low Testosterone
January 10, 2012
Men generally experience a slow but steady decline in testosterone over the decades, mostly after age 50, sometimes likened to menopause in women. Is low testosterone a cause for concern?
Should You Be Tested for Mercury?
December 20, 2011
Reports about the dangers of mercury (from fish, dental fillings and pollution) may make you wonder if you should get tested for mercury. But beware, the results can be misleading.
Sleep Apnea: When a Snore is More Than Just a Snore
November 29, 2011
Snoring is usually a minor affair, except for those who have to listen to it. But heavy snoring can be a symptom of sleep apnea, thought to affect at least 10 percent of adults, mostly men.
Propecia for Hair Loss
November 8, 2011
If you’re distressed by hair loss, is Propecia a good option? Here’s what you need to know before you take it.
