Men’s Health month: Check out these ‘five things all men should know’

09/11/2022

BECAUSE we care, a reminder that November is Men’s Health Month.

A great opportunity to book in the annual warrant of fitness health check with your medical provider.

Five things all men should know

Globally, men die on average six years earlier than women, and for largely preventable reasons. This means that it doesn’t have to be that way: we can all take action to live healthier, happier, and longer lives. How? Here are our top five things to know and do:

1. Spend time with people who make you feel good

Find your tribe and stay connected. Your mates are important and spending time with them is good for you. Catch up regularly, check in, and make time.

2. Talk, more

You don’t need to be an expert and you don’t have to be the sole solution, but being there for someone, listening, and giving your time can be life-saving.

70% of men say their friends can rely on them for support, but only 48% say that they rely on their friends. In other words: we’re here for our mates but worried about asking for help for ourselves. Reaching out is crucial.

We need to talk

3. Know the numbers

At 50, talk to your doctor about prostate cancer and whether it’s right for you to have a PSA test. If you are of African or Caribbean descent or have a father or brother with prostate cancer, you should be having this conversation at 45. Know your numbers, know your risk, talk to your doctor.

Learn more about prostate cancer

It’s a great idea to also keep track of the number of casual beers or nights out that are slipping into your week. It’s easy to get caught up in being a ‘yes’ man that sees you drinking more than you should. Even a couple of casual beers over the course of your week can take their toll on your sleep, wallet, and health. Check your alcohol intake here by completing our Wellbeing Scorecard questions.

4. Know thy nuts. Simple

Get to know what’s normal for your testicles. Give them a check regularly and go to the doctor if something doesn’t feel right.

Learn more about testicular cancer

5. Move, more

Add more activity to your day. Do more of what makes you feel good.

  • Take a walking meeting
  • Park further away from the station
  • Get off the bus a stop or two earlier
  • Instead of the lift, take the stairs
  • Cycle to work instead of driving

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