June is Men's Health Month

Taking care of your physical and mental health is an important part of life. But, research has shown that men consistently under-report both symptoms of physical health and mental distress. This has put many at increased risk of lower quality of life, and even death. Regular checkups and honest conversations with providers can reverse this trend. We want to take this nationally recognized month to highlight conversation and awareness around men’s health issues. We encourage men to attend more regular checkups with doctors and mental health resources. Listed below are some links to help you get started.  

The Men's Health Resource Center serves as a great introduction to physical health issues. This website has a great section on prostrate health in older men and the importance of regular checkups. About one in nine men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer within their lifetimes, most after the age of 40.

The Men's Health Month website promotes general advocacy of events related to men’s health month. The site also has resources for men to get involved with mental and physical self-care. This includes information about preparing for Blue Friday on June 15. The nationally and federally recognized day seeks to increase awareness and conversation around men’s health issues.  Find out more!

Finally, refocusing on mental health, we wanted to highlight this excellent resource, the Bipolar and Depression Support Alliance.  The page gives an excellent overview on how depression and bipolar symptoms can manifest in men. It also gives an overview of treatment options available in the event that you meet the criteria for those illnesses.