Blue November: Men’s Health Spotlight

October 11, 2024

The for-men counterpart to Pink October, Blue November is well underway, which means it’s time to shine a spotlight on prostate health.

Prostate cancer is the second most common form of cancer among men. Every year, well over 200,000 new cases are reported in the United States alone. The good news is that prostate cancer is both detectable and manageable at early stages.

At NuSerenity, we proudly advocate for men’s health by offering Blue November prostate health treatments, including screening. Our other customizable services, including vitamin shots, IV therapy, and more, are designed to keep you healthy and active. Staying as holistically healthy as you can for as long as you can will help lower your risk of many health concerns, prostate cancer included.

In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about how to promote prostate health, symptoms to look out for, and more.

Prostate Cancer Risk Factors and Prevention

First and foremost, it’s important to understand that none of the risk factors associated with prostate cancer have been established as a definite cause. In other words, there is no guarantee that minimizing your risk factors will allow you to avoid prostate cancer, but it will still be less statistically likely.

Here are some of the most common risk factors associated with prostate cancer according to the scientific literature:

Heredity: If someone in your immediate family has had prostate cancer, your risk is higher.

Race: African American men carry a higher risk than Caucasian men.

Age: Prostate cancer risk increases steadily with age.

Weight: Researchers have established a positive association between obesity and prostate cancer risk.

Lifestyle: Men who follow a sedentary lifestyle have a higher risk of prostate cancer.

Exposure: Exposure to various substances, including Agent Orange, have been shown to increase prostate cancer risk.
Diet: Poor dieting in general will ultimately increase prostate cancer risk by contributing to obesity, but specifically, excessive dairy and calcium intake may also increase your risk.

While some of these prostate cancer risk factors (age, race, etc.) are of course out of your control, the convenient thing about the rest of them is that you can check all of the boxes off at once by simply following a healthy lifestyle. Exercise regularly, get plenty of sleep, follow a balanced diet, minimize or refrain from alcohol and cigarettes, and so on.

Early Detection Is King: Prostate Cancer Screening for Men

The prostate releases an enzyme referred to as prostate-specific antigen, or PSA. Normally, a small amount of PSA should be detected in the bloodstream. However, when the prostate is injured or affected by disease, PSA levels will rise—this is one way to screen for prostate health. The other method is a digital rectal examination, which is typically not performed without PSA testing.

The best time to go in for prostate screening can vary considerably based on several personal factors, including your level of risk (per above), age, and more. Most sources agree that low-to-moderate risk men should begin screening somewhere between the ages of 50 and 55. High-risk men are often recommended to test as early as 40.

Wherever you land on the risk spectrum, NuSerenity offers comfortable and accurate prostate cancer screening for men. Testing early and often is the single most important component to staying ahead of prostate issues, followed by mindful and consistent preventive practices like healthy dieting and exercise.

Explore Our Full Suite of Men’s Health Services

NuSerenity offers a comprehensive selection of Men’s Health Services to promote overall wellness and enhance quality of life for men of all different backgrounds. Services include IV therapy, testosterone therapy injections, and more.

IV Therapy

There’s a reason why emergency rooms across the country use IV to save the lives of severely dehydrated and/or malnourished patients. IV is the gold standard in nutrient absorption, delivering nutrient-dense fluids directly into the bloodstream at 100% efficiency. At NuSerenity, we offer fully customized IV therapy for men, which provides the following benefits:

Enhanced athletic performance and recovery
Improved alertness
Overall wellness boost
Hangover cure
Quick hydration

Contact NuSerenity today to learn more about our IV therapy services for men.

Weight Loss Services

Just about every one of the epidemic-level healthcare concerns that men face (heart disease, diabetes, etc.) is correlated with overweight or obese status. Our team at NuSerenity is passionate about weight loss for men, coming alongside each patient and developing patient-centered approaches that will actually work for them. Medical weight loss goes far deeper than recommending supplements and shakes; it is a fully customized approach that takes your unique health status into account to deliver exactly what your body needs with a realistic approach.

Testosterone, Insomnia Treatment, and More

As Men of Royalty, our Men’s Health patients truly are lavished with a full buffet of treatment options, including vitamin shots and boosters, intramuscular shots, insomnia treatments, testosterone therapy, Trimix injections for erectile dysfunction and much more. Our friendly and knowledgeable team is happy to walk you through each treatment option to determine the best course of action for you.

Look and Feel Your Best With Blue November Men’s Health Treatments by NuSerenity

November is all about showing our appreciation for all of the hard-working sons, fathers, and husbands out there, which is exactly what our Men’s Health services at NuSerenity are for.

As your trusted wellness experts, we will work with you to establish the best approach for your wants, needs, and concerns.