Louis Bezich

Louis Bezich

Louis Bezich is author of "Crack the Code: 10 Proven Secrets that Motivate Healthy Behavior and Inspire Fulfillment in Men Over 50." He serves as senior vice president and chief administrative officer at Cooper University Health Care, and is an adjunct professor in the Graduate Department of Public Policy and Administration at the Camden campus of Rutgers University. He also sits on various public, non-profit and corporate boards and has published numerous articles in the field of public administration and health. He is a contributing author to "Corporate Lawbreaking and Interactive Compliance," edited by Jay A. Sigler and Joseph E. Murphy. 

December 18, 2020

Men's Health

Optimism can be hard to conjure, but it's a powerful tool for the days ahead

Can you become optimistic? Yes. Experts recommend smiling more, reframing situations and building resiliency. The benefits of a positive attitude are myriad: increased life span, less depression, less distress, better cardiovascular health and better coping skills.

December 3, 2020

Men's Health

Don't let your relationship become a casualty of the COVID-19 pandemic

Here are some tips for maintaining – or restoring – a healthy relationship as the COVID-19 pandemic drags on and stress continues to mount. Experts suggest verbalizing feelings and worries, giving one another space, and shifting the focus to what's controllable and positive.

November 25, 2020

Men's Health

Exercise provides an antidote to poor health – but few older men get enough

Exercise lowers the risk of heart attack, many types of cancer and age-related injuries. With COVID-19 fatigue setting in and stress particularly high, it's important to reiterate the benefits of regular aerobic and strength-building exercises for middle-aged men.

November 4, 2020

Men's Health

Is it finally time for a federal Office of Men's Health?

Efforts to establish an Office of Men's Health within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has fallen flat. But the Office of Women's Health, has helped improve health outcomes for decades. And gender disparities point to a need to improve the messaging on men's health.

October 23, 2020

Men's Health

A gray divorce may improve your health, but there are many factors to consider

The divorce rate among U.S. adults ages 50 and older has roughly doubled since the 1990s. Does the trend of gray divorce represent a stamp of approval for older men who are contemplating a split from their spouse? Or, is this just the last hurrah of a bunch of self-centered baby boomers who can’t commit to the sacrifice required in a relationship?

October 8, 2020

Men's Health

The power of anticipation: Improve your well-being by looking forward

Anticipate can be a major motivator for sustaining health and well-being. A robust lifestyle with events and milestones that generate a continual level of anticipation can go a long way to minimizing the presence of boredom, drudgery and tediousness.

September 25, 2020

Men's Health

Defend your well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic by getting – and giving – help

Getting and giving help have taken on new meaning in the COVID era. Like many of the healthy behaviors emerging during the pandemic, these factors have the power to promote both physical and mental well-being, and defend you against the perils of these times.

September 9, 2020

Men's Health

Simplicity: A strategy to confront the complexity in our lives

Many people struggle to balance the various demands of life – both those at work and at home. Three tips from experts: Use a to-do-list, prioritize and be flexible.

August 28, 2020

Men's Health

In a busy world, sleep sits at the epicenter of health and happiness

More than one-third of Americans do not get the recommended eight hours of sleep each night. To get better sleep, health experts suggest sticking to a schedule, creating a restful environment and managing worries.

August 13, 2020

Men's Health

Relationship resiliency: A key to staying happy, and healthy, amid stress

Relationships reside at the epicenter of resiliency, an individual’s capacity to sustain happiness and, ultimately, healthiness in the midst of disruption. Building habits and routines to improve physical, mental and social health can boost resiliency and help sustain relationships.

All PhillyVoice contributors