Medical articles of Men's health check

20/10/2025
Dr Simon Hodes
GP
The purpose of an annual health screening
An annual health screening is a proactive way of looking after one’s physical and mental well-being. Rather than waiting for symptoms to appear, regular health checks help to detect early warning signs of illness, identify risk factors, and support long-term health planning. For many adults, an annual health screening provides reassurance and clarity about their current health status. In this article, a consultant GP details what happens during an annual health screening.
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07/07/2025
Dr Usha Sharma
GP
Five things to improve wellness as you get older
As people age, their health needs change—but that doesn’t mean wellness has to decline. Staying well in later life involves more than just managing conditions; it’s about taking proactive steps to remain active, engaged, and supported. In this article, a consultant GP outlines five key areas that ageing patients can focus on to improve and maintain wellness, proving that ageing well isn’t about avoiding change—it’s about adapting to it.
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17/03/2025
Dr Anup Mazumdar
GP
Men's health: Prioritising well-being for a better life
On hand to provide us with a comprehensive overview of men's health and how conditions that affect men can be effectively managed is experienced GP, Dr Anup Mazumdar.
09/08/2024
Dr Asif Naseem
GP
Proactive prostate health: The importance of early screening and prevention by your GP
The prostate is a small gland located below the bladder, and its primary function is to produce fluid that nourishes and transports sperm. However, it can be prone to various issues, including benign enlargement, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia, inflammation (prostatitis), and, most concerning, prostate cancer. Early screening and prevention are crucial to managing these conditions effectively, and your GP plays a pivotal role in this process. Leading GP Dr Asif Naseem tells us all about it, in this informative article.
16/08/2023
Mr Nkwam Michael Nkwam
Urologist
Testicular pain: What to know
Experiencing discomfort or pain in the testicles can be indicative of various potential problems that require urgent medical intervention. In this informative article, we hear from consultant urological surgeon Mr Nkwam Micheal Nkwam who shares his expert insight on the appropriate actions to take when testicular pain occurs and the importance of seeking medical advice quickly.
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16/06/2023
Mr Vivek Wadhwa
Urologist
Prostate cancer: An in-depth guide to risk factors and diagnosis
PSA testing to monitor prostate health is essential for older men so that any problems can be picked up early. Highly respected consultant urological surgeon Mr Vivek Wadhwa discusses the risk factors associated with prostate cancer and how the disease is diagnosed in this informative article.
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14/04/2022
Dr Daniel Wright
GP
Shining a light on male menopause
Menopause symptoms in men can be just as debilitating as those in women. London-based general practitioner Dr Daniel Wright is here to highlight exactly how it manifests and ways to go about relieving male menopause in this informative and reassuring article.
10/09/2021
Mr Philip Charlesworth
Urologist
Incontinence and the Retzius-sparing technique
There are various treatment options available for urinary incontinence in men. Skilled urologist Mr Philip Charlesworth details what exactly can be done to treat different types of incontinence and highlights the benefits of continence-preserving surgery like the robotic Retizus-sparing technique.
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02/07/2021
Mr Andrew Ballaro
Urologist
Testicular pain: when to see a specialist
When testicle pain becomes serious, it's important to seek medical advice. Senior urology consultant Mr Andrew Ballaro considers chronic testicular pain and what you should do if you have it.
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28/05/2021
Dr Resham Baruah
Cardiologist
Your guide to dilated cardiomyopathy: causes, symptoms and treatments
Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is a condition in which the heart chambers become enlarged, stopping your heart from pumping blood efficiently around the body. Dr Resham Baruah walks us through the causes of DCM, the symptoms and the treatment available.