Men's Health
Each June, Month of men's health is observed to raise awareness of preventable health problems and encourage the detection and treatment of disease among the first Men. Most major health threats that men face, such as heart disease, cancer, unintentional injuries are largely preventable. By making healthy lifestyle choices, including a healthy diet, participating in regular physical activity, and not smoking, men can reduce many health risks.
It's time for a check-up! You are not alone if you have not been to the doctor in a while. Men are 24 percent less likely than women to have visited a physician in the past year. Yet check-up for men can improve health and reduce premature death and disability.
With the approach of Father's Day, consider (and remind other men in your life) the importance of regular health examinations and treatment. Talk to your doctor about screenings, such as those below, and other important assessments that may be required depending on your age, health status, and family history
- General health .: Check your height, weight and general health status with your doctor during your regular physical examination usually every 1-3 years. According to the Weight Control Information Network, men with a waist circumference greater than 40 inches have a higher risk of disease because of where their fat lies
- Heart Health :. Get your blood pressure checked annually and cholesterol tested based on your health history and current family of heart disease. Take advantage of free health screenings that can be offered at your workplace or in the community, and share your results with your doctor
- Colorectal Health :. A yearly rectal exam is an important consideration for assessing hemorrhoids, lower rectal problems, and cancers of the colon and prostate. From 50 years, or less if you are at high risk, men should have a colonoscopy to screen for polyps and colorectal cancer
- prostate cancer screening . Also from 50, men should have their PSA checked annually. A high level of PSA can be a sign of infection, enlargement or prostate cancer. Network Men's Health offers a guide on prostate health online: www.prostatehealthguide.com
- Vaccinations : Men are nearly 25 percent more likely than women to be hospitalized for pneumonia that could have been prevented by getting an immunization. Visit the Centers for Prevention website for the adult immunization schedule and Disease Control: www.cdc.gov
Add good mental health in your priority list. Like physical health, mental health is important at all stages of life. The Alzheimer's Association provides tips on how to exercise your brain to stay mentally agile and clever: www.alz.org/maintainyourbrain/overview.asp. Mental health helps determine how we handle stress, relationship with others and make choices. Do not hesitate to use mental health services. undiagnosed depression contributes to a suicide rate is four times higher for men than women.
When men do seek medical assistance, they are more likely to minimize the severity of symptoms, less likely to complete their requirements, and to cancel most often appointments monitoring. Do not be one of those guys! Make a list of concerns and questions before your appointment. There is not that the subject is "off-limits" - your doctor has heard it before! Describe your symptoms clearly and be honest about what products and treatments you take. Learn about treatment alternatives, supplements and additional resources. Be proactive about asking for results and clarifying all the tests
Sources :. Agency HealthCare resources and quality, the health network of men, the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, LifeWork Strategies EAP, The Reginald S. Lourie Center and Washington and Shady Grove Adventist hospitals.
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