MEN According to a recent study, 60% of men do not see a healthcare provider on a regular basis for preventive care. Men are more likely than women to suffer from heart disease, stroke, diabetes and cancer. Overall, men have shorter life spans and more serious medical conditions. WOMEN Women, on the other hand, are …
Sunburn and excessive exposure to sunlight is the primary cause of skin cancer, the most common form of all cancers. In 2024, it is estimated that nearly 5.5 million new cases of skin cancer will be diagnosed in the U.S., more than all other cancers combined. However, there are a number of common-sense ways to …
In the ongoing fight against cancer, early detection and an accurate diagnosis are critical to proper treatment and successful outcomes. Hometown Hospital can help detect and diagnose cancer and provide the information you need to guide and determine the best courses of treatment. This essential knowledge can come from one or more of four key …
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For the first time ever, the U.S. expects more than 2 million new cancer cases in 2024. Test your cancer knowledge by answering these true or false questions. Cancer is the leading cause of death for men in the U.S. (T/F) People who have NEVER smoked account for 20% of lung cancer deaths. (T/F) Colorectal …
Facing Cancer Together Scott Hamilton is not alone in being diagnosed with cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, almost 42% of men and 40 % of women will develop cancer in their lifetime. Today, however, thanks to more accurate diagnoses, advances in treatment options and a greater willingness among you and I to be …
For Olympic Gold Medalist Scott Hamilton, Overcoming Cancer Multiple Times Has Brought a New Perspective on Life Scott Hamilton has been a fighter his whole life. At the age of two, Scott came down with a mysterious illness that stunted his growth, followed by six years of unsuccessful treatments. Despite that major setback, Scott went …
1979… It was a good year! McDonald’s introduced The Happy Meal and the Pittsburgh Steelers won the Super Bowl. 1979 may also be an important lifesaving milestone for the nearly 3.5 million Americans born that year. If you are turning 45 in 2024, now is the time to be screened for colorectal cancer, the third …
Test your knowledge about men’s health by answering these six true-or-false questions. Answers are provided below. True or False? 1) 30 percent of a man’s health is determined by genetics.2) Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in men.3) Men cannot get breast cancer.4) Men should not worry about osteoporosis (low bone …
Man’s Guide: Choosing a Primary Care Provider (And Why You Need One) According to the Mayo Clinic, men over 50 years of age should have a yearly physical exam, and men under 50 should have a physical exam every three to five years. The reason is simple and straightforward. Having a regular physical, …
One in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer, which is the second most common type of cancer in men. That is why every man should be concerned about his prostate health. Here is a quick overview of you need to know. What is the prostate? The prostate is a reproductive organ located directly …
