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Even if you’ve never heard of preventive health care, there is a good chance you’re already participating in it. The term is true to its name; anything you do to keep yourself healthy and prevent future health issues can be considered preventive care. It’s the reason you go to the dentist every six months, book a yearly physical, and, if you wear glasses or contacts, get your yearly eye exam. The CDC estimates that if everyone practiced preventive care, $260 billion and 100,000 lives would be saved every year. A healthy man can probably meet his preventive health goals with

Breast cancer is probably the most well-known cancer, and with good reason. Although the numbers vary among experts, the National Cancer Institute (NCI) estimates that nearly 280,000 Americans will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year. Of those diagnosed, 42,690 are likely to die from the disease. The NCI’s numbers show breast cancer as the most prevalent cancer in the U.S. and the 4th most deadly form of cancer — behind lung, colorectal, and pancreatic. If you notice a few more pink bows than usual this month, don’t be surprised. October is the National Breast Cancer Association’s (NBCA) annual Breast