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Reid: No healthcare vote until after August recess
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid says there will be no vote on healthcare reform before Congress takes its August break, a move that would go against President Obama's announced timetable for its vote. Read Summary > -
AMA backs House healthcare reform bill
The American Medical Association (AMA) is urging approval for healthcare overhaul legislation currently moving through committees in the U.S. House of Representatives. Read Summary > -
Supplement recalled for unlisted ED ingredient
Manufacturer Haloteco has recalled their supplement Libipower Plus, saying the product contains an active ingredient used to treat erectile dysfunction that was not listed in the ingredients. Read Summary > -
House bill would make health care a 'right, responsibility'
Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives want to define health care as a right and a responsibility for all Americans. Read Summary > -
Erection molecule may have an impact on the brain
The molecule nitric oxide, which controls blood pressure and a man's ability to have an erection, may also hold a key for treating Alzheimer's disease, chronic pain, and migraine. Read Summary > -
Fat turns male hormone to female hormone: expert
The reason many men who gain weight develop erectile dysfunction and other sexual problems is due to to hormone changes, says one impotence expert. Read Summary > -
Study: Patients often not told lab test results
According to a new study, patients who have routine blood tests done by their primary care physician often are never informed about the results. Read Summary > -
Insurance companies refuse to stop cancelling sick patients' policies
Despite calls to stop the practice, executives from the insurance industry's top three insurers--UnitedHealth Group, Wellpoint, and Assurant--say they will continue to cancel the insurance policies of some sick patients. Read Summary > -
9 medicines that do 'double-duty' work
Experts discuss a hair loss drug that fights prostate cancer, a cough medicine that may increase the chances of conception, and seven other drugs that work to treat more than one condition. Read Summary > -
Blood sugar spikes make testosterone plunge
Spikes in blood sugar after a meal can cut a man's testosterone level by 25 percent, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Obama may limit medical malpractice lawsuits
President Obama told members of the American Medical Association (AMA) that imposing limits on medical malpractice lawsuits may be a "necessary part" of healthcare reform. Read Summary > -
"Lovelight" therapy may treat impotence
Treating men to a burst of bright light for thirty minutes every morning may help improve sexual dysfunction, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
5 ways to avoid fake healthcare scams
A health reporter gives fives ways you can know if a medical discount or insurance plan is a scam. Read Summary > -
Premature ejaculation may be genetic
Many young men who experience impotence or premature ejaculation attribute it to nervousness or intoxication, but a new study suggests it may be a genetic problem. Read Summary > -
Ultrasound prostate treatment may reduce impotence, incontinence risk
An experimental ultrasound treatment for prostate cancer may help treat the disease without increasing the risk of impotence and incontinence, researchers say. Read Summary > -
Road paint, printer ink found in illegal impotence meds
An undercover sting performed by reporters at the BBC found that getting illegal versions of Viagra and other impotence drugs was easy, but patients could be getting more than they bargained for, experts say. Read Summary > -
Drugmaker offers free medications to unemployed
Drugmaker Pfizer is making 70 of its most popular medications--including Lipitor, Viagra, and Celebrex-- available at no cost to people who have lost their jobs and do not have health insurance. Read Summary > -
New urine test may ID aggressive prostate cancer
Methods currently used to ID the aggressiveness of prostate cancer can find false positives, but researchers say a new urine test may change that. Read Summary > -
Clinical Trial: Treatment of Erectile Dysfunction and Benign Prostate Hyperplasia
This national study is currently recruiting men age 45 and older who have symptoms of ED and BPH. Read Summary > -
ED linked to mortality risk
Men who have erectile dysfunction have an increased risk of death from all causes, particularly heart disease, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Congressman wants ED ads off T.V. until 10 p.m.
Virginia congressman Jim Moran has introduced a bill that would prevent erectile dysfunction and male enhancement ads from appearing on radio and T.V. between the hours of 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. Read Summary > -
Topical ED cream may be more effective than pills
U.S. researchers say that a new class of topical creams for impotence may be more effective than pills such as Viagra. Read Summary > -
Experts back away from annual PSA test
Men should have a 'baseline' prostate cancer screen at 40, but yearly PSA may not be necessary, guidelines say. Read Summary > -
Canada becomes third nation to confirm swine flu cases
Canada became the third country to confirm human cases of swine flu Sunday as other nations considered wider measures to curb the spread of the virus. Read Summary > -
White House: Be prepared, not panicked about swine flu
Officials in the Obama administration are seeking to reassure an edgy public about a potential swine flu outbreak, stressing the need for patience and preparedness, not panic. Read Summary > -
3 ways to protect yourself from swine flu
Reporter Ben Sherwood offers this list of three ways you can protect yourself from the swine flu virus. Read Summary > -
Weight loss surgery may improve ED symptoms
A new study suggests bariatric surgery may reduce ED symptoms and increase fertility in overweight men. Read Summary > -
Spray may prevent premature ejaculation
Researchers in Belfast have developed a spray that may help prevent a man from peaking too soon during intercourse. Read Summary > -
Viagra, Cialis don't cause vision problems for healthy men
The study of 244 men found no significant vision changes when compared to men who took a placebo. Read Summary > -
Teens can suffer from ED too
The first study to evaluate the presence of erectile dysfunction in teen boys has found that the problem is as much physical as psychological. Read Summary > -
Testosterone deficiency affects 50% of men with Type 2 diabetes
According to a new study, 50 percent of men who have Type 2 diabetes suffer from testosterone deficiency syndrome (TDS). Read Summary > -
FDA: Zencore Plus recalled
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a nationwide recall of the men's supplement Zencore Plus. Read Summary > -
FDA approves once-daily impotence pill
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a once-daily version of the erectile dysfunction drug Cialis. Read Summary > -
Expert answers prostate cancer questions
In this article from The New York Times, doctor John Mulhall, author of Saving Your Sex Life: A Guide for Men With Prostate Cancer answers readers questions about prostate problems. Read Summary > -
Egg discovery could lead to Viagra alternative
The gas that is responsible for the smell of rotten eggs could lead to an alternative for Viagra, a new study suggests. Read Summary > -
Q&A: Can watermelon replace Viagra
A reader writes to Dr. Mehmet Oz, wanting to know if it's true that watermelon is as effective at treating erectile dysfunction as medication. Read Summary > -
Study adds evidence to link between hypertension, impotence
Arizona researchers say they have confirmed the link between high blood pressure and erectile dysfunction (ED). Read Summary > -
Foods that may put you in the mood
Researchers say there is growing evidence that some foods enhance sexual function. Read Summary > -
Lay-off fears can lead to healthcare mistakes
A health reporter talks to experts about the top three mistakes people can make with their health insurance during these uncertain economic times. Read Summary > -
How to save on prescription drugs
Experts say there are ways people can save money on prescriptions during these hard economic times, including comparing retail outlets and talking to their doctors about less expensive options. Read Summary > -
5 things that can age you before your time
From losing belly fat to cutting stress, Dr. Mehmet Oz says there are five things that people can do to actually slow the aging process. Read Summary > -
Penile fractures: not just a sex myth
A recent episode of a primetime television show sparked interest in a particularly odd medical malady—a penis fracture. Read Summary > -
Erectile dysfunction may predict heart disease
A new study suggests that erectile dysfunction increases the risk for heart disease. Read Summary > -
Bicycle seat design can impact ED symptoms
This simple change could improve sensation and erectile function, experts say. Read Summary > -
Healthy changes that may help prevent ED
A healthy life is the most important factor in preventing impotence and maintaining a healthy sex life into old age, experts say. Read Summary > -
Healthcare expenses you can't afford to skip
As people cut healthcare spending to make their monthly bills, experts say there are some health-related expenses that you can't afford to skip. Read Summary > -
Moderate drinking may benefit erectile dysfunction
An Australian study of 1,500 men has found that a little alcohol may help—not harm—sexual performance. Read Summary > -
FDA issues warning about skin-numbing drugs
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning to healthcare providers and consumers about serious and life-threatening risks associated with improper use of prescription and over-the-counter topical anesthetics. Read Summary > -
A simple checklist makes surgery safer, study finds
The 19-item checklist includes such basic steps as having the doctors and nurses introduce themselves, ensuring that adequate blood is on hand, and making certain that all equipment needed is present. Read Summary > -
A list of Kellogg's recalled peanut butter products
This article contains a list of the products voluntarily recalled by the Kellogg Co. because they could be contaminated with salmonella from a Georgia peanut processing facility. Read Summary > -
FDA warns consumers to avoid peanut butter products
Officials at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are warning consumers to avoid eating all products that contain peanut butter or peanut butter paste, except for jarred peanut butter. Read Summary > -
FDA eases off-label drug regulations
The move, which has been opposed by pharmaceutical industry critics, allows drugmakers to distribute medical journal articles that describe unapproved uses for drugs. Read Summary > -
Q&A: Obama's healthcare headache
Physician and health and science reporter David Brown discusses how President-elect Obama's promise to reform the U.S. healthcare system is going to be more difficult than many imagine. Read Summary > -
Obama wants digital health records in 5 years
In an effort to both revive the economy and modernize health care, President-elect Obama has proposed that all medical records be standardized and made electronic within the next five years. Read Summary > -
Why you may have erectile dysfunction
In this Health Tip from HealthDay News, an expert explains what medical conditions, surgeries, and other factors may be creating your erectile dysfunction. Read Summary > -
Could grief cause erectile dysfunction?
A reader wants to know if her husband's grief over his deceased wife could be responsible for his bouts of erectile dysfunction. Read Summary > -
Q&A: Is it risky to order Viagra online?
One reader asks experts from the Mayo Clinic whether it's risky to order Viagra online without a prescription. Read Summary > -
4 common drugs that may sabotage your sex life
Antidepressants are often cited for their libido-lowering properties, but experts say other common medications could be equally to blame. Read Summary > -
Cialis treats ED in men with prostate problems
Two new study suggests that Cialis (tadalafil) is an effective treatment for erectile dysfunction (ED) caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Read Summary > -
A decade after Viagra, experts discuss the blue pill's impact
It's been ten years since Viagra hit the market, and the problem of erectile dysfunction (ED) is no longer a hush-hush medical problem. Read Summary > -
Can herbal remedies for ED help?
A reader asks Dr. Todd Nippoldt from the Mayo Clinic if herbal remedies for erectile dysfunction really work. Read Summary > -
Impotence, irritability, fatigue may be signs of "male menopause"
A recent study has found that as many as one in five men could be suffering from a health condition known as "male menopause." Read Summary > -
Men who ride motorcycles more prone to ED
The vibrations caused by a motorcycle's engine can increase a man's risk of erectile dysfunction, a new study has found. Read Summary > -
Adult circumcision not linked to ED
A new study has found that getting circumcised as an adult does not lead to erectile dysfunction. Read Summary > -
Clinical Trial: Cialis vs. Viagra for Psychological Issues of ED
Call for men ages 18 and older who have erectile dysfunction to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Clinical trial: Levitra's effects on erectile dysfunction
Call for men ages 18 and older who have ED to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Erectile Dysfunction May Start at Work
Experts say one in five men suffer erectile dysfunction (ED) because they are stressed at work. Read Summary > -
UK pharmacy to sell Viagra without doctor's visit
Although online pharmacies offering ED diagnosis or dispensing services already exist, Lloyds Pharmacy claims that theirs will be the first reputable online source for Viagra that is open to scrutiny by regulators. Read Summary > -
Two ED Supplements Get Health Canada Warning
Health Canada officials are warning consumers not to use Dr. Life and Chong Cao Ju Wang, two supplements marketed for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. Read Summary > -
Clinical Trial: New Drug for Hard-to-Treat ED
Call for hypogonadal men ages 20 years and older who have erectile dysfunction that has not responded to standard meds to participate in a study. Read Summary > -
Spider Venom May Help Cure Impotence
A new analysis of venom from the brown recluse spider has shown that the poison may be able to help treat erectile dysfunction and arthritis. Read Summary > -
Experts: ED related to sleep apnea persists, but is treatable
New research suggests that erectile dysfunction (ED) in men with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) may be linked to the chronic oxygen deprivation that patients with OSA experience during episodes of obstructed breathing. Read Summary > -
Researchers weigh safety of online shopping for ED meds
New research suggests that men who buy medications for erectile dysfunction (ED) from online prescribers may be as safe as men who seek help for the condition in their doctor's office. Read Summary > -
Statins may help reverse ED in some men
Men who suffer from metabolic syndrome and have problems with erectile dysfunction (ED) may find fast relief from their ED by taking statins, new research suggests. Read Summary > -
Watermelon may help heart, libido
Researchers have found that watermelons contain compounds that can benefit the heart and circulatory system and may even provide a Viagra-like lift to the libido. Read Summary > -
Studies: ED predicts heart trouble in diabetic men
Diabetes appears to affect the nervous system and blood vessels, researchers say, and this links male sexual failure to heart disease. Read Summary > -
Health Tip: Emotional Reasons for Erectile Dysfunction
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Study: 1 in 4 men have low testosterone levels
Conditions such as osteoporosis, erectile dysfunction, and low sex drive could be signs of androgen deficiency in men, experts say. Read Summary > -
Study Draws Connection Between NSAIDs and Erectile Dysfunction
Men who use these drugs are more likely to have sexual problems, research indicates. Read More > -
Smoking and Obesity Increase Chances of Erectile Dysfunction
A new study indicates that certain factors can increase the risk by up to two and half times. Read More > -
FDA Warns Consumers About Dangerous Ingredients in "Dietary Supplements"
Certain supplements promoted for sexual enhancement may contain ingredients that are illegal and potentially dangerous, FDA says. Read More > -
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