Men's Health

This is why men should be wary of tight clothing, jacuzzis and laptops

This is why men should be wary of tight clothing, jacuzzis and laptops

November is men’s health awareness month. If you are trying for a baby it’s important to be aware of the potential risks that hinder fertility among both men and women. One-third of fertility issues are directly linked to men which is why Dr Tim Dineen, Head of Laboratory Services at Cork Fertility Centre, is urging for more […]

10 years ago

Why aren’t boys being vaccinated against cancer in Ireland?

Why aren’t boys being vaccinated against cancer in Ireland?

Cancer doesn’t discriminate between boys and girls, so why does the Irish government? In Ireland, one in 30 cancer cases are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). HPV is a highly contagious virus that is transmitted through sex, oral sex and close skin-to-skin contact during sex.  Up to 80% of men and women will get […]

10 years ago