Hey there Guys. Today I was interested to see a press release from the American Heart Association shows that pet ownership, in particular dog ownership was associated with reduced risk factors associated with heart disease. Of the studies reviewed there were the following findings: Dog owners has lower blood pressure Dog owners had better lipid [...]
Is Facebook Driving Us Crazy?
Hey there Guys. Today I am proud to share an article by a good mate Grant. I’m sure we all have our “moments” when using Facebook, but if participating is causing you stress Grant’s advice may just help you to take a step back and close down your computer for the night. I’ll leave you [...]
Are Gay Pick Up Apps Like Grindr Healthy?
Hey there Guys. Today I came across an interesting article in The Huffington Post talking about the unrealistic expectations placed on gay men via “social networking” aka “pickup” apps like Grindr, Scruff, Growlr and the many others that are popping up. It’s an almost weekly occurrence that I hear of friends being treated poorly and [...]
Could Back Pain Be Cured With Antibiotics?
Hey there Guys. Today the news has been busily reporting news that antibiotics may cure back pain. Certainly coming from left field, new research shows that bacterial infections of the discs can lead to long term inflammation and damage to the bone and nerves of the spine. As promising as this sounds it’s important to [...]
New Guidelines Released For Prostate Cancer Screening
Hey there Guys. Today I wanted to share the news that the American Urology Association (AUA) has released new guidelines for use of PSA testing (prostate specific antigen) in prostate cancer screening. A review of research has shown that for men who do not have symptoms such as difficulty passing urine, blood in the urine [...]
Do You Know How To Do CPR?
Today I wanted to share this great video of a Sydney bus driver who saved a woman’s life because he knew how to do CPR. Watch in the video how he is totally calm. He walks up, assess what is wrong and starts CPR immediately. These simple, calm actions saved this woman’s life. Do you [...]
Quick Warning About Wheat Bags
Today I read a news post of an elderly lady died after an over hot wheat bag started a fire in her bed. I have always had concerns with wheat bags due to a number of factors. First is that heating in the microwave can have uneven results. This can mean some parts are hotter then [...]
Growlr rapist arrested. A quick guide to safe online dating.
Good news today that a man from Kent Washington has been arrested after a week long spree of raping and robbing men he had met via online dating app Growlr. The Advocate reports: A man from Kent, Wash., has been arrested and charged with felony rape and robbery after he allegedly sexually assaulted at least [...]
What Vaccinations Should Gay Men Consider?
The latest news is that the meningococcal outbreak in Los Angeles is an unrelated strain to the earlier outbreak in New York City. Today I thought it was important to review vaccinations gay men should consider with these outbreaks in mind. Vaccinations All Gay Men Should Consider Hepatitis A Hepatitis A is a viral illness [...]
Would You Trust A Fat Doctor?
Hey there Guys. So let me ask a question, would you trust a fat doctor? A recent study published in the International Journal of Obesity has come back with the answer, no. Majority of people don’t trust, doubt the credibility and are less likely to follow instructions offered by doctors perceived to be obese. From the other side [...]
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Would You Trust A Fat Doctor?
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Boy Scouts Of America Vote To Allow Gay Scouts But Not Leaders
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Follow Up On Travel To UAE When HIV Positive
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Qantas Responds To Concerns For HIV Positive Staff & Tourists Travelling To UAE
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New Guidelines Released For Prostate Cancer Screening
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Dog Ownership Associated With Reduced Heart Disease
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Is Facebook Driving Us Crazy?
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Are Gay Pick Up Apps Like Grindr Healthy?
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Could Back Pain Be Cured With Antibiotics?
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New Guidelines Released For Prostate Cancer Screening
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