Men's Health

John Chovanes Cooper

The inspiration to live a healthier life may be right before your eyes

As male nurses become more common, men's overall health may see a boost

Male Nurses Health

For many cancers, men are more likely to be diagnosed at later stages than women

Men Cancer Diagnosis

A high-agency mindset can help people set and attain measurable health goals

High Agency Exercise

New dads with paid paternity leave have better mental health than those who lack it, study finds

New Dads Anxiety

Getting men to adopt healthier habits requires persistence, patience and public attention — but it can be done

Men Healthy Habits

Could a four-day work week help reduce obesity rates? It's a question America may want to consider

Obesity Work Week

The health benefits of relationships are significant — as new cancer research reiterates

Marriage Cancer Rates

A legacy mindset can help you stay the course on your health goals — even when you feel like giving in

Legacy Mindset Health

Male infertility may be an early-warning sign of cancer, study says

male infertility cancer

Condom maker to increase prices by 30% due to Iran war supply issues

Condom Prices Iran

The playbook that lowered smoking rates also can help Americans reduce many chronic health conditions

No Smoking Sign

Healthy lifestyle habits lead to longevity. But they require emotional inspiration and logistical willpower

Motivation Healthy Habits

'Male-enhancement' chocolates recalled, because they may be deadly when used with some medications

iLum Chocolate Recall

The surest path to longevity is adopting healthy lifestyles. But many Americans struggle to find the needed motivation

Exercise Healthy Lifestyle

Young men have taken to eating 'boy kibble,' a hearty combo of ground beef and rice

Boy Kibble Beef

Americans desire long, healthy lives, but mistakenly rely on external factors to reach their goals

Longevity Healthy Living

GLP-1 drugs are great weight-loss tools. But they work best with lifestyle changes, experts say

Weight Loss Drugs

Sticking to a tougher exercise routine can be challenging. But even a small boost in physical activity has benefits

Weightlifting Benefits Muscle

Worried about cognitive decline as you age? Strength training can mitigate it

Brain Decline Weightlifting

Technology can be a great tool for boosting your health, but motivation is the foundation of sustained change

Exercise Smart Watch

Strong relationships provide the willpower needed to sustain a healthy lifestyle

Health Benefits Couples

For men looking to live healthier in 2026, the holidays can serve as a test run

Healthy Living Holidays

Growing facial hair for Movember showed me how social support boosts men's health

Movember Men's Health

Madison Avenue is making bromances cool. Can that spur improvements in men's health?

Bromance Advertisement Xfinity

Male views on masculinity are gradually shifting — and that's good for their mental health

No matter your age, it's never too late to reap the benefits of a healthy lifestyle

Aging Wellness Exercise

Women are more likely than men to have depression, and genetics may play a big role in that disparity

Genes Depression

Fall is a great time to give running a try, with a range of races in the Philly region

Run the Bridge

Belly fat is common as men age, but it raises the risk of many health issues. Here's how to reduce it

Worried about cognitive decline? Regular exercise and a healthy diet can cut your risk

Walking is a great way to improve your health, and it's easy to add it to your daily routine

Walking Health Benefits

A healthy lifestyle requires flexibility — especially when injuries take a toll on your workout routine

Pickleball Injuries Aging

Many young adults say they value health over wealth, and older generations should encourage this pursuit

Young Men Health Wealth

It's never too late to find love — and that can make a big difference in your health

Relationships Health Benefits

Prostate cancer is unlikely to kill men if it's low risk and treated according to best practices, study finds

New views on masculinity could propel men to better health — but some insist on clinging to its traditional meaning

Masculinity viewpoints

Celebrity-led running clubs are trendy — and hold the power to spark a new health movement

There's no secret path to a long, healthy life. It requires a nutritious diet and regular exercise

What does it mean for Biden's prostate cancer to be 'aggressive?' A urologic surgeon explains

New ways to test for prostate cancer are being developed to help with early detection

new prostate cancer tests

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