During the month of June we observe Men’s Health
Awareness Month. The month is spent raising awareness among men, boys and their
families about disease prevention, screening programs and education. Many
people across the nation host “Wear Blue” events to spread the word about getting regular checkups, testicular/prostate
cancer education and learn about other health issues that affect men. Building
awareness can help men begin living a healthy lifestyle by encouraging them to
make a wellness checkup with their health care provider and becoming more informed
about their health by asking questions.
Did you know that men die younger than
women and at higher rates from the top 10 causes of death? Some of these causes
include heart disease, cancer, injuries, stroke, suicide and HIV/AIDS. Men are also the victims of 92% of workplace
deaths. It is the hope that having a Men’s
Health Awareness Month will encourage men to adopt healthier lifestyles that
will help them live longer.
