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Combined chemohormonal therapy for locally advanced prostate cancer offers extended control of PSA levels

For patients with locally advanced prostate cancer, combined treatment with chemotherapy and hormonal therapy offers extended control of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels, compared to hormonal therapy alone, reports a study in the April issue of The Journal of Urology, an Official Journal of the American Urological Association.

17 Apr 2024

Vitamin D deficiency persists despite easy access, review suggests need for tailored supplements

Researchers in a study published in the journal Nutrients delve into the pervasive issue of vitamin D deficiency and its link to various health conditions, advocating for precision nutrition and personalized supplementation to enhance vitamin D intake and effectiveness.

17 Apr 2024

Piquin chili's health benefits spotlighted due to high antioxidant content

Researchers highlighted the nutraceutical potential of piquin chili, focusing on its rich content of capsaicinoids, carotenoids, and flavonoids, which contribute to its antioxidant properties.

17 Apr 2024

Renaissance of "food as medicine" in modern clinical trials

Priya Venkatesan discusses in Nature Medicine how dietary interventions can prevent or delay diseases, highlighting the reemergence of "food as medicine" in modern clinical trials.

17 Apr 2024

Study finds low and high GI diets boost endurance performance over low-carb diets

A study published in Sports Medicine – Open evaluated how carbohydrate intake and glycemic index affect endurance training outcomes, showing significant effects on metabolic flexibility and glycogen storage.

16 Apr 2024

Study links masculine gender norms to muscle dysmorphia symptoms

A new research study out of the University of Toronto sheds light on the intricate relationship between conformity to masculine gender norms and muscle dysmorphia symptomatology among a diverse sample of Canadian adolescents and young adults.

16 Apr 2024

Balancing diets: study reveals plant protein's impact on nutrient levels in Americans

Study examines how increasing plant protein intake affects nutritional adequacy in Americans, revealing shifts in vitamin and mineral sufficiency across age groups as plant-based diets become more prevalent.

15 Apr 2024

Exercise shown to curb appetite in diabetes and prediabetes patients

Study explored how exercise impacts appetite among individuals with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, finding that acute exercise often suppresses appetite, while chronic exercise generally maintains or reduces appetite without adverse effects.

15 Apr 2024

Two decades of data confirm Mediterranean diet cuts hypertension risk

Over a 20-year study, adherence to the Mediterranean diet significantly reduced the incidence of hypertension among adults initially free from the condition, emphasizing the diet's long-term benefits in managing blood pressure.

15 Apr 2024

Sleep strategies may boost ultramarathon performance, study finds

Study investigates sleep management's role in enhancing performance and recovery for ultramarathon runners, emphasizing strategies to counteract the negative effects of sleep deprivation.

14 Apr 2024

Understanding the role of genetic variants in male infertility

Approximately one in seven couples face difficulties conceiving a child naturally. Half of these cases are due to male infertility – either caused by the complete absence or low number of mature sperm.

13 Apr 2024

PET/MRI combination reduces unnecessary prostate biopsies, study shows

PET/MRI can improve diagnostic accuracy for prostate cancer patients and help avoid unnecessary biopsies, according to new research published in the April issue of The Journal of Nuclear Medicine.

13 Apr 2024

New review explores the key gender differences in sleep, circadian rhythms and metabolism

A new review of research evidence has explored the key differences in how women and men sleep, variations in their body clocks, and how this affects their metabolism.

12 Apr 2024

Are we eating what's really good for us? New insights into macronutrients and chronic disease

Review explores the impact of macronutrients like carbohydrates, proteins, and fats on health, emphasizing the need for precision in dietary guidance to manage and prevent chronic diseases effectively.

11 Apr 2024

Study reveals key gut microbiome differences in prediabetic patients

Study explores the differences in gut microbiome composition between prediabetic patients and healthy individuals, revealing significant variations that correlate with altered metabolic functions and potential diabetes progression.

11 Apr 2024

Study shows daily glucose levels fluctuate more than we thought, challenging diabetes diagnosis

Study reveals significant fasting glucose variability in nondiabetic adults using continuous glucose monitoring, challenging current diabetes diagnosis criteria and emphasizing the need for multiple measurements to reduce misclassification.

11 Apr 2024

Unraveling the complex web of rectal infections and the microbiome in MSM

Study delves into the relationships between various sexually transmitted infections, including Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Chlamydia trachomatis, Torquetenovirus, and high-risk HPV, and their effects on the anorectal microbiome among men who have sex with men (MSM), unveiling complex interactions that may influence infection outcomes and treatment strategies.

10 Apr 2024

Three-step prostate cancer screening method demonstrates reduced overdiagnosis

A large randomized trial conducted at Tampere University and the University of Helsinki shows that a new three-step prostate cancer screening method can find a considerable number of aggressive cancers.

10 Apr 2024

Study sheds light on the significance of glucocorticoid receptor in drug-resistant prostate cancer

New research from the University of Eastern Finland sheds light on the significance of the glucocorticoid receptor in drug-resistant prostate cancer, showing that the development of drug resistance could be prevented by limiting the activity of coregulator proteins.

10 Apr 2024

Educational video boosts prostate cancer screening intentions in men

As part of a comprehensive effort to improve cancer screenings among diverse communities, Penn Medicine's Abramson Cancer Center (ACC) Community Outreach and Engagement team developed a culturally sensitive educational video to address prostate cancer screening disparities.

10 Apr 2024

Men's Health News

Combined chemohormonal therapy for locally advanced prostate cancer offers extended control of PSA levels

Vitamin D deficiency persists despite easy access, review suggests need for tailored supplements

Piquin chili's health benefits spotlighted due to high antioxidant content

Renaissance of "food as medicine" in modern clinical trials

Study finds low and high GI diets boost endurance performance over low-carb diets

Study links masculine gender norms to muscle dysmorphia symptoms

Balancing diets: study reveals plant protein's impact on nutrient levels in Americans

Exercise shown to curb appetite in diabetes and prediabetes patients

Two decades of data confirm Mediterranean diet cuts hypertension risk

Sleep strategies may boost ultramarathon performance, study finds

Understanding the role of genetic variants in male infertility

PET/MRI combination reduces unnecessary prostate biopsies, study shows

New review explores the key gender differences in sleep, circadian rhythms and metabolism

Are we eating what's really good for us? New insights into macronutrients and chronic disease

Study reveals key gut microbiome differences in prediabetic patients

Study shows daily glucose levels fluctuate more than we thought, challenging diabetes diagnosis

Unraveling the complex web of rectal infections and the microbiome in MSM

Three-step prostate cancer screening method demonstrates reduced overdiagnosis

Study sheds light on the significance of glucocorticoid receptor in drug-resistant prostate cancer

Educational video boosts prostate cancer screening intentions in men

Achieving and maintaining ISO 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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