Medical Dialogues

INTERNATIONAL MEN'S DAY

19TH NOVEMBER 2022
THEME FOR THIS YEAR
The International Men's Day theme is 'Helping Men and Boys'
ABOUT MEN'S DAY
International Men's Day is a global holiday celebrated annually on November 19th to recognize and celebrate the cultural, political, and socioeconomic achievements of men.
HISTORY OF MEN'S DAY
Dr. Jerome Teelucksingh, history professor at the University of the West Indies in Trinidad and Tobago, created International Men's Day in 1999 to honor the anniversary of his father's birth
5 COMMON HEALTH ISSUES IN MEN
Common Health Issues in Men Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy, Prostate Cancer, Hypertension, Respiratory Diseases, Low Testosterone and Liver Disease.
BHP PREVENTION SYMPTOMS
Avoid liquids a few hours before bedtime or before going out, Limit caffeine and alcohol as these may stimulate the urge to urinate, Eat a low-fat diet, and Eat a large variety of vegetables each day.
ABOUT PROSTATE CANCER
The American Cancer Society recommends men with an average risk of prostate cancer should begin screening at age 50, although men with a higher risk should begin earlier.
PREVENT HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE
Healthy living habits like Eating a Healthy Diet, Be Physically Active, Don't Smoke, Get Enough Sleep, Don't drink too much alcohol and Keep Yourself at a Healthy Weight.
WAYS TO INCREASE TESTOSTERONE LEVELS NATURALLY
These are Simple Ways to Increase Testosterone Levels Naturally- Exercise and lift weights, Eat protein, fat, and carbs, Minimize stress and cortisol levels, take a vitamin D supplement, and Consider taking supplements.
STEPS TO RESIST TOBACCO CRAVING
Use these tips to reduce and resist tobacco cravings - Try nicotine replacement therapy, Avoid triggers, Chew on it, Get physical and Don't have 'just one.