Men’s Health Month: A Focus on Preventable Illness

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You may have heard statistics over the years discussing the life expectancy of women often being five or more years longer than that of men. So why do men trail behind so significantly in life expectancy?

For many men, preventable illnesses are often a threat that is not recognized early enough. Because of this, Men’s Health Month was established in 1994 to shine a light on annual screenings for men.

Migraines: The Neurological Disease that Affects 12% of Us

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June is National Migraine Awareness Month and an opportunity to recognize a neurological disease that may have more crippling effects than many realize. Though some may dismiss migraines as simply headaches, the reality is they are much more serious.