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Are You Done Having Kids? Deciding on Vasectomy

Are You Done Having Kids? Deciding on Vasectomy
For years, women have carried the burden of contraception. The most common form of contraception is the birth control pill. However, long-term use of the pill can have a negative impact on women’s bodies. This, along with the burden of responsibility for taking it, seems very unfair. A vasectomy allows men to make a contribution…
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Thanksgiving Nutrition: Ways to Limit Salt?

Thanksgiving Nutrition: Ways to Limit Salt?
Be the salt of the earth this Thanksgiving and cook with less of it. Salt plays a vital role, as it helps to unlock the goodness in food proteins. However, almost all foods naturally contain salt (and sugar). Too much sodium intake is unhealthy, and we should limit salt intake when possible. With the ever-present…
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Travel Tips: Overactive Bladder (OAB)

Travel Tips: Overactive Bladder (OAB)
An overactive bladder triggers a frequent feeling that you need to urinate, even if your bladder is empty. Overactive bladder (OAB) is a common urinary condition. Traveling with an overactive bladder can be quite daunting and challenging. It may even seem impossible, especially when considering making long trips or going overseas. However, you can treat…
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Slow Urination and Weak Flow in Men

Slow Urination and Weak Flow in Men
There’s nothing worse than feeling like you have to go to the bathroom and pull up a toilet or urinal, only to find that your urine is weaker than usual or you have difficulty starting and it takes longer than it usually does to enter your bladder. When slow urination takes place, what gives? (more…)
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September: Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

September: Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
Did you know September is National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month? In designating a whole month for prostate cancer, we can increase awareness throughout our communities for the purpose of education. With knowledge comes power, and with power comes responsibility. The more we become educated in fighting a disease, the more we can reduce the number…
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