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Mixing alcohol and drugs poses bigger unsafe sex risk for women

Men and women reported similar rates of unprotected sex, but men drank and used marijuana more often alone and in combination.

21 Jul 2018 3:08 PM

Body odour may help sniff out cancer: Study

Olfactory receptors may affect the development of disease.

12 Jul 2018 7:21 PM

Erectile Dysfunction causes incompetence to accomplish and sustain erection which is needed to have satisfactory sexual intercourse. (Photo: AFP)

Longer the duration of diabetes, more risk of erectile dysfunction: study

The severity of ED among male diabetics, was assessed based on sexual health inventory for men (SHIM) questionnaire.

11 Jul 2018 12:27 PM

The study found that feeling lonely was a stronger predictor of poor outcomes than living alone. (Photo: Pixabay)

Here's why loneliness is bad for your heart

We live in a time when loneliness is more present and health providers should take this into account when assessing risk.

11 Jun 2018 6:08 PM

Regular exercise does not seem to benefit the blood vessels of post-menopausal women as much as it does their male counterparts. (Photo: Pixabay)

Men benefit greater from regular exercise, claims study

Regular physical activity is associated with lower risk of cardiovascular disease.

05 Jun 2018 2:37 PM

People with physically demanding jobs should exercise outside the workplace to improve their cardiorespiratory fitness and muscular strength. (Photo: Pixabay)

Physically demanding jobs may shorten men's lives

Researchers found men whose jobs involve lot of physical labour are 18 pc more likely to die prematurely than workers who sit at desks.

01 Jun 2018 8:32 AM

The study found that a man's depression was more predictive of infertility than any other factor. (Photo: Pixabay)

Depression in men reduces couple's chances of getting pregnant by 60 per cent

Study also found that taking certain kinds of antidepressants may raise risks that a woman would miscarry.

21 May 2018 1:56 PM

Short legs were linked to diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure and dementia - so instinct tells women to steer clear of that gene pool. (Photo: Pixabay)

This is what makes a man attractive to women

Women are more attracted to men with long legs, new research has found.

17 May 2018 4:52 PM

Recent research has suggested that there is evidence of a physical activity paradox, with beneficial health outcomes associated with a leisure-time physical activity, but detrimental health outcomes for people engaging in a high level occupational physical activity. (Photo: Pixabay)

Men, your jobs may be killing you

Men with highly physical jobs appeared to have a significantly higher risk of early death compared to those who have largely inactive jobs.

15 May 2018 8:47 AM

In recent trials, the scientists found injecting 20m stem cells into the base of the penis could reinvigorate the nerve and blood vessels. (Photo: Pixabay)

Men, here’s how you may cure erectile dysfunction

New stem-cell jab that could cure men of erectile dysfunction is developed by scientists.

14 May 2018 9:08 AM

The study comes amidst widespread concern that the sperm count among men are falling rapidly around the world. (Photo: Pixabay)

Taurine deficiency could make men infertile, says study

Scientists claim a lack of the vital amino acid deforms sperm.

12 May 2018 12:59 PM

PE is one of the most common male sexual problems and a major cause of concern among men. (Photo: AFP)

Here is a guide to stop premature ejaculation

Ejaculation is considered premature when it happens 30 seconds to 4 minutes after penetration.

09 May 2018 5:12 PM

Sexual selection pressures lead women to prefer more masculine mates, who supposedly have greater genetic "fitness" . (Photo: Pixabay)

Women's preference for masculine faces not linked to hormones: study

The data also showed that oral contraceptive use did not dampen women's preference for masculine faces.

07 May 2018 3:47 PM

Given the widespread use of aspirin and the potential clinical impact of the link to melanoma, patients, and healthcare providers need to be aware of the possibility of increased risk for men. (Photo: Pixabay)

Daily consumption of this drug can cause certain cancers in men

Men who take once-daily aspirin have nearly double the risk of melanoma compared to men who are not exposed.

04 May 2018 5:33 PM

Sauna bathing may reduce risk of stroke: study

The association of sauna bathing with reduced stroke may include a reduction in blood pressure, stimulation of immune system.

03 May 2018 3:45 PM

The study found that women scored higher “life satisfaction” ratings than those who never viewed X-rated material. (Photo: Pixabay)

Study says women who watch porn are happier

On the contrary, scientists found that men watched porn when lonely or in an unhappy relationship.

21 Apr 2018 10:43 AM

Turns out, muscular strength, measured by handgrip, is an indication of how healthy our brains are. (Photo: Pixabay)

The stronger you are, the healthier your brain is

Study finds people who are stronger do indeed tend to have better functioning brains.

21 Apr 2018 9:00 AM

They found that low total testosterone was associated with multimorbidity in all age groups. (Photo: Pixabay)

Low testosterone in men associated with chronic diseases

Previous research has shown total testosterone deficiency increases with age, and is associated with obesity-related chronic diseases.

20 Apr 2018 10:23 AM

New underwear to help men keep cool!

Named the Snowballs, the undie comes in stretchable organic cotton material and removable scrotum cooling pad.

19 Apr 2018 3:45 PM

If you're really concerned about your longevity, don't have more than a drink a day. (Photo: Pixabay)

When to say when: Study says limit alcohol to 1 drink a day

Women are hit by the effects of alcohol at lower amounts than men.

13 Apr 2018 4:17 PM

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