The prostate is a small gland, about the size of a walnut, and is part of a male’s reproductive system. The prostate helps to make semen and surrounds part of the urethra which is the tube that carries urine from the bladder out through the penis. As men age, the …
World Immunization Week runs from April 24th to April 30th and is a global effort sponsored by the World Health Organization (WHO). The main goal is to increase engagement in the importance of vaccinations to improve the health of all people worldwide, throughout life. World Immunization Week 2020 focuses on: …
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month is observed every year in March since the Prevent Cancer Foundation led the charge in 1999. The Foundation increased awareness with popular bracelets featuring the phrase “Preventable. Treatable. Beatable!” Colorectal cancer affects both men and women in nearly equal numbers and is the second leading cause …
February is all about hearts and not just the candy kind. Since 1963, February has been proclaimed as American Heart Month to raise awareness to the number one killer of men and women in the United States. Heart disease and stroke combined cause about 2,300 deaths per day in the …
January is dedicated to raising awareness of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) as many people take to the slopes and get outside for winter fun and sports. Many of these winter activities such as skiing and snowboarding can be a great way to exercise and stay in shape during the winter. …
Falls are the leading cause of fatal injuries and nonfatal injuries in the U.S. population of adults age 65 and older which is why learning how to prevent falls is so critical. Falling accounted for more than 3 million visits to the Emergency Department, 962,000 hospitalizations and nearly 30,000 deaths …
