June is Men’s Health Month, an observance used across the country to raise awareness about health care for men and focus on encouraging boys, men and their families to practice and implement healthy living decisions, such as exercising and eating healthy. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men, excluding skin cancer.
The American Cancer Society recommends men with an average risk of prostate cancer should begin screening at age 50. Sexual health is a major overall health marker for men — 1 in 4 men will experience some form of sexual health concern by age 65. Erectile dysfunction and lower testosterone are linked to larger health risks, including heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity. For more, click here.