Men’s Health
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Liver disease concern for young overweight men
Overweight or obese young men have an increased risk of developing severe liver disease or liver cancer in later life, researchers from Sweden say today. Read more
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New prostate cancer class reported
Scientists have used a novel mathematical approach to overcome previous issues with classifying prostate cancer into categories for prognosis. Read more
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MRIs can reduce prostate misery
MRI scanning can help spare men from unnecessary biopsies when prostate cancer is suspected, British researchers report today. Read more
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Male contraceptive promise against cancer
A drug developed as a male contraceptive may be able to treat testicular cancer, researchers have reported. Read more
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Laser treatment for prostate "effective"
A laser-based therapy has proved its effectiveness as a non-surgical treatment for low-risk prostate cancer, British researchers report today. Read more
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How weight gain increases cancer risk
Men who put on significant weight as adults face an increased cancer risk compared with those who maintain their teenage weight, researchers report today. Read more
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Effective injectable birth control for men announced
A contraceptive injection for men has been developed successfully, it has been announced. Read more
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Lifestyle key to be beating cancer gene risk
People at genetic risk of developing colorectal cancer can protect themselves by adopting a healthy lifestyle, according to a new analysis. Read more
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Steroid abuse risks diabetes precursor
Abuse of anabolic steroids can raise the risk of impaired insulin sensitivity, a European conference has been told. Read more
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Lung test closely linked to mortality
Poor fitness is a key factor in loss of life among middle-aged men, according to Swedish researchers. Read more