Health Insight
Men’s Cancers 2023
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Navigating a Bladder Cancer Diagnosis
Bladder cancer may be one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers, but ongoing treatment advancements are offering a renewed sense of optimism. In Canada, bladder cancer is the fifth most common cancer with over 12,000 patients diagnosed annually.1 While it can affect both sexes, it’s the fourth most diagnosed cancer in men, making them particularly...
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A New Chapter is Emerging for Certain Cancers in Advanced Stages
The evolution of cancer management is bringing new answers and hope. Prostate cancer treatment in Canada is rich with success stories. About one in eight Canadian men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime, with more than 24,000 new diagnoses each year. And yet the vast majority of these will see it effectively...
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Why Men Need to Be Extra Vigilant Against Skin Cancer
With skin cancers more prevalent in men, guys need to be extra cautious. Regular checkups and early detection ensure positive outcomes. Your skin is your largest and most visible organ. That’s why it’s crucial to protect it by monitoring for skin cancer. There are two main categories of skin cancer — melanoma (or pigmented) skin...
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Prioritizing Men’s Health: The Importance of Genetic Testing with BioAro
Cancer remains one of the most formidable challenges to global health. As the field of genetics continues to advance, innovative companies like BioAro are leading the charge in revolutionizing cancer prevention and treatment through genomic testing. Cancers that predominantly affect men, including prostate and testicular cancer, pose significant health risks. Prostate cancer is the second...
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Living with Prostate Cancer: The Mental Battle
With September’s arrival, a new season can feel like a fresh start, but it also represents an annual opportunity to recognize one of the most common cancers impacting men globally. In Canada, one in every nine men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. Like many cancers, prostate cancer’s physical effects on the...
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Early Detection is Critical for Prostate Cancer Survival Rates
It’s essential for men to learn their family history and to start making healthier lifestyle choices now. September is prostate cancer awareness month in Canada. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among Canadian men, with one in nine facing a positive diagnosis in their lifetime. Dr. Larry Goldenberg, a urologic surgeon and clinical scientist...