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Men’s Health Matters: Protecting the Prostate, Preventing Cancer

Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men worldwide, but with the right lifestyle and early screening, it can often be prevented, detected early, and treated successfully.

🔹 Why Early Screening Matters

Men aged 50 and above (or from 45 with a family history of prostate cancer) should discuss PSA testing and prostate checks with their doctor. Early detection means simpler treatment and better survival outcomes.  At Southern Gem Hospital, you can get your PSA test, prostate scan, and consult with our urologist – all in one place.

🔹 Warning Signs to Watch For

Difficulty starting or stopping urination

Weak or interrupted urine stream

Frequent urination at night

Blood in urine or semen

Pain in the hips, back, or pelvis

🔹 Lifestyle Tips for Men’s Health

Eat a balanced diet: rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and omega-3 fatty acids.

Limit red and processed meats, high-fat dairy, and junk foods.

Stay active: at least 150 mins of moderate activity weekly.

Maintain a healthy weight. Obesity increases prostate cancer risk.

Quit smoking, limit alcohol.

Manage stress and prioritize sleep.

✅ Take-Home Message

Get screened regularly and don’t wait for symptoms.

Adopt a healthy lifestyle to reduce risk.

Talk to your doctor if you notice urinary or pelvic changes.

Your health is your wealth. Prostate care today prevents complications tomorrow. As always, your well being is our priority

Doctor Faith O.

Southern Gem Hospitals.

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Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis affects millions of individuals around the world. It occurs when the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of the bones wears down over time.

Although osteoarthritis can affect any joint, it is most typically seen in the hands, knees, hips, and spine.

For some people, the symptoms can be mild and may come and go. Other persons may have more persistent and severe issues that make it difficult to carry out daily tasks.

Typical symptoms include
pain, stiffness, swelling, grating sensations and loss of flexibility in joints.

What are the causes of osteoarthritis?

Although the actual cause of osteoarthritis is unknown, some factors are likely to raise the risk, including:

Older age
joint injury
family history
Obesity

Unfortunately, osteoarthritis is a long-term condition and cannot be cured, but it doesn’t necessarily always get worse over time. In fact, it can sometimes gradually improve.

There are a variety of therapies available to help alleviate the symptoms.

For instance, mild symptoms can sometimes be managed with simple measures including:

Regular exercise, weight loss in overweight patients,
wearing suitable footwear
And using special devices to reduce the strain on joints during your everyday activities (knee brace)

Moderate cases may require additional treatments such as painkillers and a structured exercise plan with a physiotherapist.

In a small number of cases, where these treatments haven’t helped or the damage to the joints is particularly severe, surgery may be done to repair, strengthen or replace a damaged joint.

It’s not possible to prevent osteoarthritis altogether.

However, by avoiding injury and leading a healthy lifestyle, one may be able to reduce the risk of having the disease. Regular exercise, good posture and weight loss can go a long way in preventing osteoarthritis.

Stay healthy and stay safe.
Dr Aboderin.
Southern Shore Hospitals.

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