In a world where socializing often involves raising a glass, it’s crucial to consider the impact of alcohol on our overall health. While many are aware of the effects on the liver and cardiovascular system, the influence of alcohol on urological health is often overlooked. In this blog, we’ll explore the sobering truth about how …
September marks an important month in the calendar – Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. It’s a time when we come together to shed light on a health concern that affects millions of men around the world and the crucial role of regular prostate exams. Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among men, making awareness …
Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States and has likely touched someone we all know. As we make our way through National Cancer Control Month, prostate health is an important area of focus. Prostate cancer is a very common type of cancer that, if caught early, is treatable. Read our …
As we kick off National Cancer Prevention Month, it’s essential to consider how awareness and early detection can be used as prevention. Read more in our latest blog. The Importance of Cancer Awareness Accounting for approximately 10 million deaths in 2020, cancer is the leading cause of death worldwide. The most common cancers include breast, …
More than 161,000 men in the United States will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year alone. Prostate cancer is one of the most insidious diseases out there. It tends to “sneak up” on patients before they realize something is wrong. Therefore, it’s time to prioritize prostate cancer. Brief Overview of Prostate Cancer Prostate cancer …
March is the busiest month of the year for vasectomies. Approximately 500,000 men in the United States get vasectomies each year, and a large percent of them get scheduled for the beginning of March. You may find it hard to get an appointment this month, and the reason behind it is basketball. March Madness draws droves of …
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a condition that occurs when the prostate enlarges to the point where it causes problems with urination due to the constriction of the urethra. After about 60, the chances of developing an enlarged prostate are about 50/50. Although extremely common, there are still some misconceptions surrounding it. Common Misconceptions about an Enlarged …
The word vasectomy still has a lot of negativity and fear surrounding it. If you have ever wondered about getting one, then this is the blog for you. So, when IS the right time to get one? Having a vasectomy conversation with your spouse can be stressful, so it is essential to go in knowing the facts. …
Urology Clinics of North Texas is the premier name in urologic treatment in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area. Initially formed in 1999, Urology Clinics of North Texas delivers state-of-the-art care to patients at 21 locations throughout the North Texas area.
We at Urology Clinics of North Texas would like to wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving Holiday! We will return to normal Business hours on Monday, November 27, 2023.