Men’s Health Awareness
Top Tips for a Healthy Lifestyle
Wear Blue as Advocacy for Men’s Health Week and highlight the importance of Men’s wellbeing.
According to Indiana University statistics men are less likely to seek health support compared to women. Approximately 60% of men go for their annual health checks, and most men will wait until it is critical to seek help! With Men’s mortality rates being 41% higher than woman, it's time to take a stand and raise awareness on the importance of Men’s health globally!
What are the most common Men’s Health Problems globally:
- Heart Disease -1 out of 4 men are at risk of dying from cardiovascular disease
- Physical Inactivity – High Blood sugar and High Cholesterol are major contributing factors in Men’s Health
- Excessive Alcohol Use – Men are more likely to engage in risky behaviours under the influence of alcohol.
- Cancer – Prostrate Cancer causes approximately 375 000 deaths worldwide
- Smoking – smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer in Men with 9 out of 10 cases being smoking related
- Suicide – Men are less likely to reach out for help, for fear of appearing weak, almost two thirds of worldwide suicide are men.
It’s ok not to be tough all the time. You have just as much right to speak out about the problems you are facing and to pay attention to your health- and the time to start is today. Your strength lies in taking care of yourself, just as much as you take care of others… so here are some helpful tips to get you started on taking control of your health:
- Get your Mens Health Screening! – It's never too early, but it can be too late. Make it an annual habit, and if anything doesn’t seem right, speak to your health practitioner as soon as possible.
- Exercise regularly – whether it be in the gym, or inviting friends out for a game of football, golf or other fun outdoor activities. Spending time with friends or family and engaging in healthy exercise is one way to make it enjoyable and will contribute to both your physical and mental health!
- Eat Healthily – as you age, your dietary needs change. It's important to look at guidelines appropriate to your age and health status. Consult a dietitian if you are unsure about how to tackle to problem nutritionally. It is important to have regular Cholesterol tests, which can be a direct indicator of your nutritional status and what needs to change.
It's OK to not be OK – stress can cause major health problems in men and it's time to change the narrative. You don’t have to be the tough guy all the time. If you are experiencing a particularly stressful time or are struggling with anxiety or depression it is ok to reach out. Whether this is to to a close friend, or a health practitioner – keeping emotions inside is one of the biggest contributing factors in Men’s suicide. Whether it is you or a friend, remember it is not about Man Up, but rather Open up – without apology!
Advocating for Men’s Health in the Workplace
As a company, it is important to realise that we need to advocate and change the narrative in all spaces. Here are some ways your business can create awareness and initiatives to assist in promoting Men’s Health Awareness:
- Create ‘Male-Friendly’ health initiatives – create open communication in your team, create awareness through talks or inclusions in newsletters.
- Initiate training on Health Development and awareness for male employees with your HR development strategies.
- Encourage a community environment where men feel they can reach out if they are stressed or struggling – take note of the signs and encourage conversations and include helplines where men can reach out anonymously, if they feel uncomfortable making that first call.
It is ok to reach out, it is ok to prioritise your health!
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