Men's Health

Striving for Better, Heart Valve Repair Patient Travels the Distance to Find ‘The Best’

James Chao is an athlete, so he knows how to strive for something better. A better time in the bike races in which he’s competed. A better level of fitness in his training. So when his energy started to wane, it is unsurprising that he wanted to address it right away in the best way … Read More
Published On: July 30, 2024

Men’s Health Month: The Importance of Routine Screenings

As June rolls around, it’s not just a time for barbecues and beach days—it’s also Men’s Health Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of health screenings for men. While many of us might shy away from the doctor’s office, routine screenings are crucial for catching potential health issues early, when they’re most … Read More
Published On: May 31, 2024

Let’s Talk About Sex — Understanding What It Means to You

By: Danielle Dawson, M.A., L.M.F.T. No matter the reason for the lack of intimacy or sex – not being in the mood, feeling self-conscious about your body or abilities, or physical side effects – it is important to understand how to feel good about yourself and be close to someone you love.  Here are four … Read More
Published On: October 13, 2023

Ouch! What you Need to Know About Kidney Stones

One in 10 people will develop kidney stones at some point in their lives, and when they do, there’s a good chance they’ll tell you about it. Kidney stones mean pain. Yelp-out-loud pain. Pain that can land you in the hospital. Luckily, Hoag’s expert urology department is here to help treat patients’ kidney stones through … Read More
Published On: August 7, 2023

Hoag Introduces New Precision Treatment for Prostate Cancer Patients

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Hoag is giving men with localized prostate cancer an additional treatment option in the battle against disease with the introduction of Focal One, a noninvasive robotic High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) technology. An advanced technology that precisely targets cancerous prostate tissue, HIFU allows urologic surgeons to ablate, or … Read More
Published On: June 30, 2023

The “Pros” of Probiotics

Healthier skin. Check. Better sleep. Check. Less bloating and fatigue. Check. When it comes to improving health, probiotics check all the boxes. Why? “Microbes in the lower intestinal tract help with digestion and immune system regulation. A disruption in bacteria levels can lead to gut inflammation and other problems. So, when the body experiences an … Read More
Published On: June 28, 2023

Hoag Introduces New Precision Treatment for Prostate Cancer Patients

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (June 27, 2023) – Hoag is giving men with localized prostate cancer an additional treatment option in the battle against disease with the introduction of Focal One, a noninvasive robotic High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) technology.  An advanced technology that precisely targets cancerous prostate tissue, HIFU allows urologic surgeons to ablate, or … Read More
Published On: June 27, 2023

Hey, Guys: Your Loved Ones Want You to Get Screened

You remembered the grill tools. You remembered the beach chairs and Angel’s tickets. Heck, you even remembered the sunscreen. But did you remember to schedule your screenings for colon cancer, prostate cancer, vascular disease and diabetes? As men’s health month wraps up, the people in your life who make you macaroni necklaces and bought you … Read More
Published On: June 22, 2023

Hoag Hospital Earns National Accreditation for Bariatric Surgery Weight Loss Program

Hoag Hospital’s Bariatric Surgery Weight Loss Program within its Digestive Health Institute has earned accreditation as a Comprehensive Center from the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP). A joint program of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), the MBSAQIP sets national … Read More
Published On: June 20, 2023