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    Men's Health

    Now, more than ever, men are taking an active interest in their own health. Men want to be healthy, get active, and live longer lives.

    Whether you are a man, or have important men in your life, it's essential that you are able to find information about the health issues that matter most. In this section, you will find information and topics designed to help men understand their health concerns and make informed health decisions now and in the future.

    Featured Topics

    Coronary Artery Disease

    Coronary artery disease is one of the leading causes of death for men in British Columbia. Learn more about what causes heart disease and what you can do to prevent or manage it.

    • Coronary Artery Disease

    Heart Healthy Eating

    What you eat is important to your heart health. Learn how the foods you eat can make a positive difference.

    • Heart Healthy Eating

    Colorectal Cancer

    Colorectal cancer is a leading cause of cancer deaths. How can you prevent it?

    • Colorectal Cancer

    Prostate Cancer

    Find out more about prostate cancer symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

    • Prostate Cancer

    Erectile Dysfunction or Erection Problems

    Erection problems may occur at any age. Learn more about the causes of erection problems, how they are treated, and how you can reduce your risk.

    • Erectile Dysfunction (Erection Problems)

    Safe Sex

    Protecting yourself from exposure to sexually transmitted infections is a critical component of a man's sexual health. Learn more about ways you can protect yourself.

    • Safe Sex

    Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infections

    Learn more about sexually transmitted infections, the risks of these infections, and what you can do to prevent them.

    • Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infections

    The full list of men's health topics

    Have you tried searching our Health Topics A-Z database?

    Search our database of health topics for more information about starting and maintaining the habits you need for a healthy lifestyle.

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    Learning centres provide information about specific health topics to help you make decisions, figure out what actions to take, and what tests you may need to have.

    • Men's Health

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    You can speak with a health service representative, who can also connect you with a:

    • registered nurse any time, every day of the year;
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    • pharmacist from 5pm to 9am, every day of the year.

    Translation services are available in more than 130 languages.

    Is it an emergency?

    If you or someone in your care has chest pains, difficulty breathing, or severe bleeding, it could be life-threatening. Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number immediately. If you are concerned about a possible poisoning or exposure to a toxic substance, call Poison Control now at 1-800-567-8911.

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