
Harvard Men's Health Watch: May 2009
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Articles in this issue:
Sexuality and seniority
Men who remain healthy as they get older have a better chance of maintaining sexual function, and research suggests that regular sexual activity may help prevent erectile dysfunction.
Allergic rhinitis: Your nose knows
Allergic rhinitis, commonly called hay fever, can be a minor seasonal nuisance or a troubling year-round problem. Most people can find relief by taking an antihistamine and by avoiding the allergens that trigger the irritation. Read More »
Statins and prostate cancer
Scientists are studying the possibility of a connection between statin use and reduced risk of prostate cancer, though the research is preliminary and far from conclusive.
On call: Vegetarian diets
Following the lead of our 12-year-old daughter, my wife has become a vegetarian. She says she's willing to continue serving meat and chicken, but I sense that she'd rather not. What can you tell me about the safety of a vegetarian diet?
