Men’s Health Week: Get It Checked

Men face unique health challenges, and one of the most dangerous is their reluctance to seek healthcare. Each year in the week leading up to Father’s Day, Men’s Health Week shines a spotlight on many of the issues that affect the male population. This year, Men’s Health Week runs between June 10th–16th. It is observed as part of the larger Men’s Health Month, which is celebrated during the month of June with screenings, health fairs, media appearances, and other health education and outreach activities. Last year for Men’s Health Week, we focused on the 7 threats to men’s health. This year, we’re spotlighting the infographic below from Georgetown University’s School of Nursing & Health Studies, which provides some current statistics as well as ways men can work to effect change and maintain and improve their health. One of the things we particularly like is how the infographic highlights a number of preventative tests for men. Regular health tests are important because they can help find problems before they start. They also can help find problems early, when chances for treatment and cure are better. By getting the right health services, screenings and treatments, men are taking steps that increase their chances for living a longer, healthier life. Blood pressure High blood pressure can cause damage to body organs. Age 20+: every year Blood tests & urinalysis Blood and urine are used to screen for diseases s...
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