The Checkups Men Over 50 Should Ask About
Most men see a doctor when something hurts. A short list of the screenings, numbers and questions worth raising after 50, based on U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommendations.
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The PSA Test Explained: What It Measures and Questions to Ask Your Doctor
The PSA blood test is one of the most debated tests in men's health. What it measures, why a high number doesn't automatically mean cancer, and how to make the decision with your doctor.
Why You Wake Up at 3 a.m., and What Actually Helps
Waking in the small hours is one of the most common sleep complaints after 50. What changes in sleep with age, the usual culprits, and the habits sleep specialists recommend.
The 4 Strength Moves Worth Doing After 50
You don't need a gym membership or a complicated programme. Four basic movement patterns cover most of what keeps a man strong, steady and independent.
Grip Strength: The Simple Number Researchers Keep Paying Attention To
How hard you can squeeze turns out to say a lot about overall strength and health as you age. What the research found, what it doesn't mean, and how to keep your grip strong.
Walking for Your Heart: How Much Is Enough?
Walking is the most underrated heart habit there is. How much the guidelines recommend, what the step-count research found for older adults, and how to make a walk count.
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The Men's Checkup Checklist
One page to take to your next appointment: the screenings, numbers and questions worth raising after 50, with space to write your results. Made to print.
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