Men's Health

The male body has its own life story and its needs change throughout that journey. Our experts provide advice to help you make the right choices at the right time in these men's health articles. We also provide a guide through the stages of a man's life. 

Understanding how to properly check your testicles for lumps is something every man should know how to do. Getting to know their unique size and shape makes spotting abnormalities like lumps and areas of swelling easier.

Updated: Wednesday 15 May 2024

Published: Wednesday 15 May 2024

Too embarrassed to get your prostate checked? Unsure of what to expect from a rectal examination? Mr Gareth Brown, Consultant Urological Surgeon at Nuffield Health Cardiff & Vale Hospital, explains why it's well worth a few awkward moments.

Updated: Tuesday 14 May 2024

Published: Monday 23 November 2015

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common condition that affects men of all ages. ED is characterised by an inability or difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection that’s firm enough for sex. It can affect confidence levels, reduce libido (sex drive), and make sexual intercourse with a partner difficult.

Updated: Tuesday 14 May 2024

Published: Tuesday 14 May 2024

Depending on your needs and history with contraception, starting or changing your method can be a daunting experience. Thankfully, there are plenty of options available today to make safe sex easy.

Updated: Friday 3 May 2024

Published: Friday 3 May 2024

Testicular cancer can be difficult for men to talk about. Unfortunately, silence on the subject can lead to a lack of understanding and difficulty identifying problematic lumps. Keep reading for expert information and advice on what to look out for and when to get yourself checked out by a professional.

Updated: Thursday 4 April 2024

Published: Thursday 4 April 2024

Sleep is not an ‘option’, it’s something our bodies require to function at our best. Head of Preventative Medicine, Dr Ben Kelly, explains the benefits of quality sleep, what happens if you don’t get enough of it, and how you can improve your sleep.

Updated: Friday 1 March 2024

Published: Monday 5 June 2017

Heart disease is the UK’s single biggest killer, but you have the power to significantly reduce your chances of developing it.

Updated: Tuesday 2 January 2024

Published: Friday 11 September 2015

Men are then more likely to adopt a critical repair approach rather than a maintenance approach to health help seeking. It’s like running your car into the ground then going to the garage, rather than having regular services. We'll discuss why men don’t take care of themselves as much as women, and what we can do about it.

Updated: Tuesday 14 November 2023

Published: Saturday 12 June 2021

We all know the benefits of relaxation and that we should be doing it more, but a lot of us don’t really know how. Making a conscious effort to relax might sound counterintuitive, but learning how to deliberately unwind can have a tangible positive impact on our long-term health and wellbeing.

Updated: Friday 25 August 2023

Published: Thursday 11 May 2017

Need motivation to get off the couch? Nuffield Health’s Head of Fitness, Chris Foster, gives six no nonsense reasons why you should get active, now.

Updated: Friday 28 April 2023

Published: Monday 7 September 2015

When Tom was diagnosed with prostate cancer at 43, his long-felt suspicions had been confirmed. He was the latest in his family to be diagnosed, and the youngest.

Updated: Friday 28 April 2023

Published: Wednesday 27 May 2015

A new baby can bring couples, families and friends closer together, but changed priorities and a lack of time can create challenges. Find out how to navigate relationship changes during this time.

Updated: Friday 7 October 2022

Published: Monday 25 February 2019

There are many reasons why you might be experiencing intimacy issues, not all of them are things you can control on your own. Here's six things that could be getting in the way of your sex life.

Updated: Friday 7 October 2022

Published: Friday 1 April 2016

Our emotional wellbeing expert, Brendan Street advises on the emotional highs and lows of the weight loss journey.

Updated: Friday 7 October 2022

Published: Monday 24 December 2018

Many people’s health and wellbeing has been impacted by the pandemic, yet the number of people seeking help when they have a concern has significantly reduced during this time, particularly amongst men. Here, Brendan Street, Nuffield Health’s Professional Head of Emotional Wellbeing, shares his experience of a personal health issue and how he sought help.

Updated: Friday 12 November 2021

Published: Monday 14 June 2021

Many people’s health and wellbeing has been impacted by the pandemic, yet the number of people seeking help when they have a concern has significantly reduced during this time, particularly amongst men. Here, Tony Pleasance, Nuffield Health’s Senior Regional Therapist, shares his experience of a personal health issue and how he sought help.

Updated: Friday 12 November 2021

Published: Monday 14 June 2021

The health of our skin is affected by what we put on it as well as what we put into our bodies. In this article Coralie Steingold, our National Operations Beauty Manager, offers her top tips for men to look after their skin.

Updated: Wednesday 16 June 2021

Published: Wednesday 16 June 2021

Getting a vasectomy is one of life’s big decisions, so here’s some advice to help you ensure you’re doing it for the right reasons.

Updated: Tuesday 16 March 2021

Published: Thursday 13 August 2015

Testicular cancer is relatively uncommon and little understood. Mr David Hendry, Consultant Urologist at Nuffield Health Glasgow hospital, busts the myths and gives you the facts.

Updated: Tuesday 2 March 2021

Published: Tuesday 8 September 2015

Men may not like to talk about their health issues, but seldom can they hide the signs that something is wrong. Here are seven signals he’s holding something back.

Updated: Tuesday 3 November 2020

Published: Thursday 22 December 2016