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Men's health

Cholesterol
High cholesterol increases the risk of heart disease and stroke, but lifestyle changes and sometimes medicines can lower your levels of bad LDL choles...
Depression in men
Men who experience depression may find it hard to talk about because it is not seen as masculine. Learn here about how you can support a man with depr...

Erectile dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction, or impotence, means not being able to get or keep an erection that is sufficient for sexual intercourse. Many men have impotence...

Essential screening tests for men
Screening tests are health checks that aim to pick up health problems early in people who don't have symptoms of disease. Find out more about screenin...

Male pattern baldness
Learn about male pattern baldness and sort through some of the myths.

Penis problems
Penis problems can cause men to worry sometimes. Here is helpful information about common penis issues and how they can be treated.

Prostate cancer
Prostate cancer is the most common form of cancer in men. Having symptoms doesn’t necessarily mean you have it, but a doctor should still investigate.

Sexually transmitted infections (STI)
Sex is part of a healthy relationship, but can carry risks. Learn about safe sex, STIs, spotting symptoms, and what to do if you get infected.
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Men's health - NT.GOV.AU
Information about men's health in the Northern Territory.
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Men's Health - InsideRadiology
InsideRadiology provides free and easily accessible, accurate, up to date and credible information about medical imaging tests and procedures.
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The complex social influences on men’s health
Lifespan is a crude indicator of health and wellbeing but it’s easy to measure and compare between males and females in populations of humans and other animals.
Read more on Healthy Male - Andrology Australia website

Men's health | Family Planning NSW
Family Planning NSW provides reproductive and sexual health services, including information and health promotion activities, as well as education and training.
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What COVID-19 really means for men's health | Healthy Male
As the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases soars past 3 million globally, and our understanding of its health impact evolves, gaps in our knowledge are rapidly filled by myths.
Read more on Healthy Male - Andrology Australia website

Erectile Dysfunction - Causes & Treatment | Healthy Male
If you’re having difficulty getting or maintaining an erection, this is called erectile dysfunction. It’s not a disease, but a symptom of another problem, which might be physical, psychological, or a mixture of both.
Read more on Healthy Male - Andrology Australia website

Partner's guide | Healthy Male
If your loved one is facing a health issue, you might want to find resources to help you provide appropriate support, but make sure to look after yourself by understanding how their health condition can impact on you
Read more on Healthy Male - Andrology Australia website

Preconception health for men
There are a number of things men can do to improve their fertility and increase your chances of you and your partner falling pregnant.
Read more on Pregnancy, Birth & Baby website

Depression | MensLine Australia
Depression is an intense feeling of sadness that lasts for a long time, sometimes weeks, months or years. If you are depressed, it can start to interfere with your day-to-day life, wellbeing and physical health.
Read more on MensLine Australia website

Taking action - Beyond Blue
Anxiety and depression are just like any other medical condition – you need to have an action plan to manage your recovery and get better.
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Osteoarthritis | Ausmed
Osteoarthritis is a chronic condition in which the whole joint is affected, including the bone, cartilage, ligaments and muscles. As the condition progresses, everyday tasks that were once simple can become a challenge.
Read more on Ausmed Education website
