The prostate plays a key role in male reproductive health—but it often becomes enlarged with age, causing uncomfortable urinary symptoms. Learn what the prostate does, why it grows, and when to see a doctor for symptoms like weak urine flow or frequent urination.

Looking to support your prostate health through diet and fitness? Discover four science-backed strategies that include antioxidant-rich foods, heart-healthy fats, plant-based proteins, and regular movement—designed to help lower your risk of BPH and prostate cancer.

Prostate cancer treatment can affect your sex life, from erectile dysfunction to low libido—but it doesn’t mean intimacy is over. Learn how surgery, radiation, and hormone therapy impact sexual function, and discover steps you can take to preserve intimacy and emotional connection.

The PSA test is a blood test that helps detect prostate cancer early and monitor it after treatment. Learn how it works, when it’s recommended, and what to consider before testing. Understand the benefits and limitations so you can make informed decisions about your prostate health.

Facing a prostate cancer diagnosis? Learn about the most common prostate cancer treatments—active surveillance, radical prostatectomy, radiation therapy, and hormone therapy. Discover how each option works, potential side effects, and how to choose the right plan based on your health and cancer stage.

The PSA test measures prostate-specific antigen levels in the blood and is commonly used to screen for and monitor prostate cancer. Learn when PSA testing is recommended, what elevated levels might mean, and how to decide if it’s right for you.

Struggling with frequent urination or urgency due to an enlarged prostate (BPH)? Learn four simple lifestyle changes that can help ease symptoms—plus how Bastion Health can support your prostate care.

Want to protect your prostate? These 7 easy diet tips—like eating more veggies and cutting back on red meat—can help reduce your risk of prostate issues and support overall wellness.

Learn how to treat an enlarged prostate (BPH) with lifestyle tips, medication, and surgical options. Understand what's right for your symptoms and health.

Worried about an enlarged prostate? Learn the common tests used to diagnose BPH and what men over 40 should know about their prostate health.

Frequent urination at night? Weak stream? Learn what an enlarged prostate (BPH) is, what causes it, and how it affects men over 40

Prostate cancer often develops without symptoms. Learn the signs, risk factors, and why early screening is key to protecting men’s long-term health.

A large study tracking over 36,000 men found that eating mushrooms regularly—especially 3 or more times a week—was linked to a 17% lower risk of prostate cancer. This benefit may come from ergothioneine, a powerful antioxidant in mushrooms like shiitake and maitake. While the study can’t prove cause and effect, adding mushrooms to your diet is an easy way to support prostate health.

The PSA blood test is a vital screening tool for prostate health, but certain activities and medical procedures can temporarily raise PSA levels and affect accuracy. To get the most reliable results, it’s important to avoid sexual activity for 48 hours before testing, inform your doctor about recent prostate exams or biopsies, and wait several weeks after a urinary tract infection. Following these simple preparation tips helps ensure your PSA results truly reflect your prostate health.

Prostate cancer treatment often impacts sexual health, causing erectile dysfunction, libido changes, and emotional challenges that affect both men and their partners. Open communication, counseling, and sex therapy can improve intimacy and relationship satisfaction during recovery. Bastion Health provides expert virtual support and counseling to help couples navigate these changes—covered through your employer benefits.

Bastion Health explains how benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) affects up to 90% of men by age 85, causing bothersome urinary symptoms like frequent urination and weak stream. Though often mistaken as just aging, BPH is treatable with medications that improve quality of life. Learn the signs to watch for and how early care can help you stay comfortable and confident.

An enlarged prostate (BPH) can cause frustrating urinary symptoms, but effective treatments are available—including alpha blockers, 5-ARIs, and even tadalafil for men with ED. Learn how BPH is diagnosed, what medications may help, and when surgery might be the right choice. Get expert support for prostate health with Bastion.

Regular exercise can improve prostate health and reduce the risk of BPH, erectile dysfunction, and chronic prostatitis symptoms. Learn how walking, aerobic activity, and weight management support men’s health—and discover tips for creating a consistent, effective fitness routine that fits your lifestyle.

Learn through Bastion Health how the PSA blood test is a quick, simple procedure used to measure prostate-specific antigen levels and screen for prostate issues. Learn what to expect during and after the test, when to follow up, and what next steps may be recommended if your results are abnormal.

Bastion Health explains how as men age, the prostate naturally grows—often leading to urinary issues like frequent urination, weak stream, or UTIs. Learn what causes prostate enlargement, how it affects your health, and when to seek treatment.