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Men's health

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Male sexual problems

Nearly 1 in 2 Australian men have experienced a sexual difficulty. Sexual dysfunction in a man is when he's not able to perform properly. It can affect any man, whether he is straight, gay, bisexual or transgender. Find out more about causes of, and treatments for, erectile dysfunction (impotence) and premature ejaculation.  Read more about Male sexual problems
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Prostate cancer

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men and the chances of developing this type of cancer increases with age. Here is an overview of causes, symptoms and treatments for prostate cancer. Read more about Prostate cancer
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Lower your cholesterol

It's important to keep cholesterol in check because high cholesterol levels increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. Here are tips on how you can help to lower the level of cholesterol in your blood. Read more about Lower your cholesterol
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Male-pattern baldness

Male-pattern baldness is the most common type of hair loss. For some men, this process starts as early as the late teens. By the age of 60, most men have some degree of hair loss. This article outlines the issues surrounding hair loss.  Read more about Male-pattern baldness
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Is it the blues?

Nothing is more likely to bring a man out in a cold sweat than asking him to talk about his emotions. But if a mate is under stress or feeling depressed, it will help if he talks about it. Learn how you can get him to open up. Read more about Is it the blues?
Last reviewed: 
February, 2013

441 trusted resources for men's health

  1. Men

    Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet

    These web pages provide information and resources about the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men.

  2. Men's stuff

    Women's and Children's Health Network

    Whatever you may have called them when you were a little kid in your family or among your mates, your 'privates' have got other names used by doctors and other health professionals.

  3. Most common health concerns for the male Australian population

    Virtual Medical Centre

    Man health Australian men's health issue, men's health care, male mental health current health issue of men's health issue of men in Australia

  4. Men's Health - NSW Multicultural Health Communication Service

    Multicultural Health Communication Service

    Information about men's health for people in NSW.

  5. A User's Guide. What every man needs to know - NSW Multicultural Health Communication Service

    Multicultural Health Communication Service

    What every man needs to know about how his reproductive system works. Includes information about prostate health, male infertility, testosterone deficiency, testicular cancer and erection problems.

  6. Men's Health Peer Education

    Department of Veterans' Affairs

    Men have unique needs both in terms of specific health issues and the way they access health services and information. The Department of Veterans' Affairs aims to raise awareness, encourage early intervention and prevention.

  7. DIY Male Health Toolboxes for Men's Sheds

    Department of Health and Ageing

    The Australian Government is funding DIY Male Health Toolboxes to be sent to men's sheds around the country. The announcement by the Minister for Indigenous Health, Warren Snowdon, was made as he launched Men's Health Week with Australian Men's Shed Association Patron Tim Mathieson in Canberra.

  8. The health of Australia's males

    Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW)

    Drawing on a wide range of data sources, this report provides a snapshot of the health of Australia's males.

  9. The Male Condom - NSW Multicultural Health Communication Service

    Multicultural Health Communication Service

    The male condom is a tube of fine latex rubber which is closed at one end. It is worn on an erect (stiff) penis during sex, to prevent pregnancy.

  10. What is prostate cancer?

    healthinsite

    The prostate is a small gland about the size of a walnut located between a man’s penis and bladder. Here is an overview of the topic.

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