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Men’s Health Checklist: Essential Screenings to Prevent Serious Illness

Dr. Michael Bazel

For too many men, however, routine checkups and health screenings tend to fall by the wayside — often until symptoms become unavoidable. Regular screenings help identify risk factors early, long before symptoms appear. Regular screenings help identify risk factors early, long before symptoms appear.

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Preventive Care To Maintain Your Overall Health

Mesa Family Physician

It’s more than just visiting your doctor when something feels off—it’s about catching potential problems early, staying on top of health screenings, and setting goals that keep you feeling your best. Preventive care refers to medical services that focus on early detection, routine screenings, and health counseling.

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The Most Common Respiratory Diseases Affecting Men’s Health

Dr. Michael Bazel

Men are more likely than women to smoke, work in hazardous environments, and avoid medical checkups, factors that increase their risk for lung conditions. Regular lung screenings for those at high risk (smokers or ex-smokers over 50). A healthy diet rich in antioxidants to help protect lung cells. Why Are Men at Risk?

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Time to stop driving? Podcast with Emmy Betz and Terri Cassidy

GeriPal

Emmy: That, to me, is the ideal checkup-type situation. If they’re in a major car crash, they’re going to have more long-term complications probably than a 20-year-old would. Is there a screening tool that we can use, or just questions that you ask older adults around driving safety? ” Eric: Oh.

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The 5 Most Common Health Risks for Men and Strategies for Prevention

Dr. Michael Bazel

Early detection is crucial to prevent serious complications. The early stages of prostate cancer often have no symptoms, making screening crucial. Prevention Strategies: Regular Screenings: Men over 50 should discuss prostate-specific antigen (PSA) tests with their doctor. Blood in the urine or semen. Unexplained weight loss.