MEN'S HEALTH MONTH
Throughout June, Men's Health Month focuses on improving the lifestyles of men. While there are several approaches to improving overall health, diet and exercise are the targets of any changes.
#MensHealthMonth
All month long, community events and clinics take place to increase awareness of the leading health concerns men face. It's important to encourage the men in our lives to get regular checkups and be aware of the risks for their age, ethnicity, and lifestyle.
5 Tips for Staying Health
Know your preventable risks
Take steps to create healthful habits
Schedule routine tests for early detection of disease
Learn your risk factors
Document your family history with your physician
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the leading causes of death among men are heart disease, cancer, and accidental death.
HOW TO OBSERVE
Make a commitment to have a health checkup.
If you've recently had one and you are at risk, consider making changes to your lifestyle to improve your health.
Talk to your physician about the steps to take.
Talk to the men in your life about making an appointment for a checkup.
Take a walk with your father, brother, husband, son, friend, or co-worker.
Cook up a healthy meal for the man in your life.
Learn more about Men's Health Month by participating in Wear BLUE Day the Friday before Father's Day.
Use #MensHealthMonth to share on social media. For more information visit www.menshealthmonth.org.
HISTORY
Men's Health Month has been observed since 1994.