Just as even the best cars need maintenance, men need regular care and checkups to keep their bodies working smoothly. Particularly in areas like the reproductive system and heart, guys can face health risks unique to their gender. But, by …

Question: I’m getting so tired of my same old veggies and ranch dip.  Do you have some alternative suggestions for easy, fresh, healthy snacks?

Snacks are a great way to help boost your energy and supply essential vitamins and minerals …

Becoming a cancer survivor starts the moment a patient is diagnosed, and at MD Anderson Cooper we realize that physical healing is only part of our mission. That’s why we created the Dr. Diane Barton Complementary Medicine Program (DDBCMP)

The …

Osteoporosis is a disease which causes bone to become thin and more likely to fracture. As part of the natural aging process, bone density decreases. There are several other factors that can accelerate this process. Though osteoporosis has always been …

Over the last decade there has been unprecedented progress in reducing colorectal cancer incidence and death rates in the U.S. by 3 percent in both men and women annually. These improvements are the result of cancer prevention and early diagnosis …

Right now it seems like coconut oil is the hottest dietary trend. They are even recommending I brush my teeth with it! Is it all it is cracked up to be? Or is this just the latest fad?

In order …

MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper has four dedicated outpatient oncology social workers who help patients with psychosocial, emotional, financial, and other barrierr-to-care issues.

Our outpatient oncology social workers help patients in many ways from giving information on how those …

Patients undergoing cancer treatments may have an increased risk of heart disease and high blood pressure. Fortunately, heart complications associated with cancer treatments are very rare.

Practicing good nutrition is one way to help reduce the risk of heart damage …

Celiac disease is an autoimmune condition in which the ingestion of gluten causes damage to the small intestine in genetically predisposed individuals. Gluten is a protein which is found in wheat, barley, and rye. Many popular foods and beverages contain …

Nurse practitioners (NPs) are valuable members of the cancer care team at MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper. Their scope of practice allows them to see patients independently or in collaboration with a physician. During a patient’s visit at Cooper, …