“Many of the major health risks that men face – like colon cancer or heart disease – can be prevented and treated with early diagnosis”.1
Men and Women
What are some differences in men’s and women’s health issues?
In What Is Women’s Health Research? the (United States) Office of Research on Women’s Health note:
- Autoimmune diseases
- Cancer
- Cardiovascular diseases
- Depression and brain disorders
- Diabetes
- Infectious diseases
- Obesity
- Substance abuse disorders”.2
Men’s Health
What are some associations between men and their health?
In Men’s Health: Summary the (United States) MedlinePlus explain:
- Smoke and drink
- Make unhealthy or risky choices
- Put off regular checkups and medical care”.3
Men’s Issues
What are some health issues unique to men?
In Men’s Health the (United States) National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health explain:
Other health issues—such as coronary heart disease, lung cancer, HIV infection, and Parkinson’s disease—are more common in men than women”.4
The MedlinePlus also note:
“There are also health conditions that only affect men, such as prostate cancer and low testosterone. Many of the major health risks that men face – like colon cancer or heart disease – can be prevented and treated with early diagnosis. Screening tests can find diseases early, when they are easier to treat. It’s important to get the screening tests you need”.5
Men’s Health Month, Week or Day
Where may I find information about men’s health month, week or day?
Your Country may have information about men’s health month, week or day similar to:
- Canadian Men’s Health Month: Move for Your Mental Health [June]
- Men’s Health Month: Celebrate Every June [United States]
- Men’s Health Week Te Wiki Hauora Tāne [14-20 June 2021, New Zealand]
- Men’s Health Week [14-20 June 2021, Australia]
- Men’s Health Week [14-20 June 2021, United Kingdom]
- Men’s Health Week [14-20 June 2021, United States]
Health Care Provider
If I feel fine do I still need to see my health care provider regularly?
Even if you feel fine, it may be in your best interest to choose to see your health care provider regularly.
In Men’s Health: In-Depth – Men’s Health: Prevent the Top Threats: Stop Avoiding the Doctor the (United States) Mayo Clinic explain:
“Don’t wait to visit the doctor until something is seriously wrong. Your doctor can be your best ally for maintaining health and preventing disease. Follow your doctor’s treatment recommendations if you have health issues, such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure or diabetes. Also, ask your doctor about when to have preventive care such as cancer screenings, vaccinations and other health evaluations”.6
Health Topics A-Z
Where may I find Health Topics related to Men’s Health?
In Health Topics A-Z you may find:
Link
Where may I find Links related to Men’s Health?
Your Country may have Links similar to:
Links
This Links List to third party websites is neither comprehensive nor exhaustive. Inclusion on this Links List does not imply endorsement or recommendation. Non-inclusion on this Links List does not imply non-endorsement or non-recommendation. Third party websites are not under the control of Meno Martha International Menopause Directory. Third party websites may contain explicit medical images and/or sexual references. Please read Meno Martha International Menopause Directory’s Links Policy before proceeding to a Link. Please contact Webmaster if you experience a problem with a Link.- 5 Steps To Mental Wellbeing
- 6 Plays for Men’s Health
- Alcohol Support: Tips on Cutting Down
- Alcohol Use and Cancer
- Alcohol and Mental Health
- American Heart Month 2021: Feeling the Pressure? We Can Help – Measure Your Blood Pressure
- Armed Forces Healthcare
- BINS4BLOKES
- COVID
- Canadian Men’s Health Month (June 1-30, 2021)
- Cancer Prevention Recommendations
- Cancer and Men
- Consumer Health: Breast Cancer In Men
- Consumer Health: Men’s Health Threats and Strategies for Healthier Living
- Diabetes and Men
- Dietary Supplements for Erectile Dysfunction: A Natural Treatment for ED? [Erectile Dysfunction]
- Domestic Violence Against Men: Recognize Domestic Violence Against Men
- Don’t Let A Little Habit Turn Into A Big Problem
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Erectile Dysfunction and Diabetes: Take Control Today
- Erectile Dysfunction: Nonoral Treatments
- European Men’s Health Forum
- For Men Factsheets [Sexual Advice]
- Health Checkup
- Health Screenings for Men Ages 40 To 64
- Health Screenings for Men Over Age 65
- Healthy Body
- How Right Now
- Infographic: Exercise Is Medicine
- International Men’s Day 19 November
- International Men’s Day [19 November, Australia]
- International Men’s Health Week [14-20 June 2021]
- Low Mood, Sadness and Depression [+ Video: Low Mood and Depression]
- Male Menopause: Myth or Reality?
- May Is Mental Health Month [United States]
- Mayo Clinic Minute: Cancer Isn’t the Only Prostate Problem for Men [+ Video]
- Mayo Clinic Minute: Erectile Dysfunction Can Signal Other Problems [+ Video]
- Mayo Clinic Minute: How Osteoporosis Affects Men [+ Video]
- Mayo Clinic Minute: Low Testosterone Levels Can Affect Men
- Mayo Clinic Q and A: Aging and Changing
- Mayo Clinic Q&A Podcast: Men’s Health – Treating Erectile Dysfunction
- Men Can Be Victims of Abuse, Too
- Men [Topics]
- Men and Depression
- Men and Mental Health
- Men: Get It Checked – Checkup and Screening Guidelines for Men
- Men: Take Charge of Your Health
- Men’s Conditions [Male Incontinence]
- Men’s Health
- Men’s Health
- Men’s Health
- Men’s Health
- Men’s Health Check: The World’s First, 100% Confidential, Health Awareness Tool for Men
- Men’s Health Checklist: 5 Things Men Can Do for Good Health
- Men’s Health Month [United States]
- Men’s Health Network [United States]
- Men’s Health Week Te Wiki Hauora Tāne [14-20 June 2021, New Zealand]
- Men’s Health Week Te Wiki Hauora Tāne [14-20 June 2021, New Zealand]
- Men’s Health Week Te Wiki Hauora Tāne [14-20 June 2021, New Zealand]: What’s Your Score – Men’s Health Survey
- Men’s Health Week [14-20 June 2021, Australia]
- Men’s Health Week [14-20 June 2021, United Kingdom]
- Men’s Health Week [14-20 June 2021, United Kingdom]: The Can Do Challenge
- Men’s Health Week [14-20 June 2021, United States]
- Men’s Health: In-Depth – Belly Fat In Men: Why Weight Loss Matters
- Men’s Health: In-Depth – Male Menopause: Myth or Reality?
- Men’s Health: In-Depth – Prevent the Top Threats
- Men’s Wellness: Being Proactive, Annual Care Key To Maintaining Health [+ Video]
- Middle-Aged Men and Melanoma Risk
- Movember [Australia]
- Movember [United Kingdom]
- Movember [United States]
- Movember [Worldwide]
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Erectile Dysfunction/Sexual Enhancement
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: How Safe Is This Product or Practice?
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Men’s Health
- PSA Test for Prostate Cancer: Overview [Video Interview Stories]
- Penis Health: Identify and Prevent Problems
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer: Overview [Video Interview Stories]
- Prostate Diseases
- Quit Smoking
- Quit Tobacco Today! [+ Video: Meet Florence – She Can Help You Quit Tobacco!]
- R U OK? Day 10 September 2020 [Australia]: Everyday Resources
- Reducing Stress: Potential Stress Triggers
- Sexual Health Issues [Topics]
- Sexual Health: Expert Answers – Is Loss of Sex Drive Normal As A Man Gets Older?
- Sexual Health: In-Depth – Testosterone Therapy: Potential Risks and Benefits As You Age
- Sexual Health: Male Sexual Problems
- Sexual Health: STI Symptoms That Need Checking
- Sexual Problems In Men
- Should Men Be Concerned About Prostate Cancer? [+ Video Courtesy: Raymond Pak, M.D. / Urology / Mayo Clinic]
- Sildenafil [Viagra]
- Smokefreemen.com [SmokefreeMEN, Canada]
- Snoring
- Testosterone Treatments
- Testosterone and Androgens
- Tuesday Tips: 3 Simple Questions All Men Should Ask Their Health Care Providers
- Tuesday Tips: Reasons Why Men Can Be Short on ‘T’ [+ Video Courtesy: Mayo Clinic News Network]
- Understanding Male Depression
Sources
Where may I find the Sources quoted?
You may find the Sources quoted at:
Sources
- Men’s Health. Page Last Updated on: 20 October 2020. Topic Last Reviewed: 17 April 2018. MedlinePlus https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/menshealth.html Accessed: 04 May 2021
- What Is Women’s Health Research? Office of Research on Women’s Health https://orwh.od.nih.gov/research/funded-research-and-programs/what-womens-health-research Accessed: 04 May 2021
- Men’s Health. Page Last Updated on: 20 October 2020. Topic Last Reviewed: 17 April 2018. MedlinePlus https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/menshealth.html Accessed: 04 May 2021
- Men’s Health. Last Updated: June 2019. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/mens-health Accessed: 04 May 2021
- Men’s Health. Page Last Updated on: 20 October 2020. Topic Last Reviewed: 17 April 2018. MedlinePlus https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/menshealth.html Accessed: 04 May 2021
- Men’s Health: In-Depth – Men’s Health: Prevent the Top Threats: Stop Avoiding the Doctor. 18 January 2020. Mayo Clinic https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/mens-health/in-depth/mens-health/art-20047764 Accessed: 04 May 2021
Topic Last Updated: 15 June 2021 – Topic Last Reviewed: 04 May 2021
