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If you’re a young man, chances are you don’t think too often about cancer. So you might be surprised to know that testicular cancer, though fairly rare, is the most common cancer found in men between the ages of 20 and 35. 

Pulmonary hypertension is high blood pressure that affects the arteries and veins of the lungs and, eventually, the right side of the heart. Because the disease worsens over time and has no cure, it’s important to understand the warning signs, diagnosis and treatment. 

The ankle is an easy target for injury, thanks to its complex anatomy. You can twist your ankle while running on a soccer field, but even taking a misstep off a curb can cause problems.

If you’re worried about contracting HIV, you might be considering pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), a prescription medication that that reduces the risk of getting HIV from sex by 99 percent and is at least 75 percent effective in protecting individuals who use injected drugs. 

TV star Bob Saget’s recent death from head trauma has raised awareness of the dangers of brain injuries and may leave you wondering when you should go to the ER after hitting your head.

Before heading to the supermarket, prepare to make healthy choices before you even get in the car. Planning your meals, making lists of weekly necessities and checking the stock of your refrigerator and pantry before buying will set you up for success and help you avoid making impulse purchases. 

Bariatric surgery has helped more than 220,000 people across the country lose weight and improve their health.

Running delivers a long list of health benefits, from weight control and muscle toning to the infamous “runner’s high” you get when your body releases endorphins — the feel-good hormones. 

Most children will have at least one ear infection by the time they’re 3 years old. The good news is that most will clear up on their own without any lasting effects.

We all know we should eat well and exercise to stay healthy, but a new national survey commissioned by Orlando Health finds an alarming number of men skip another simple yet critical step in a healthy lifestyle: an annual checkup with their doctor.