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Men's Health Week

Men’s health week is your opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of men and boys 

Males can empower their male buddies and families by speaking up and sharing their own health experiences. Improving men's health outcomes is a two-way process involving men, women, families, and health services combined. 

It is important that males make use of health services to preventatively manage their health and find out if a health problem exists, before it is too late.

Ways to help improve men's health outcomes: 

• Be active in getting medical help if you don't feel well, have a problem that won't go away or notice unusual symptoms. 
• It's OK to seek help - don't try to do everything on your own or bury problems. Talk about your worries.
• Push hard to get the help you need to manage your life, work, family and financial needs. 
• Females can also be proactive in helping men and boys get the help they need. Use available hotlines, speak with professionals to get the best course of action and be persistent. 

• Don't leave it too late to seek help. Fear is not a killer. 

   

It’s important for guys to own their health and take preventive measures, such as routine exercising, minimising risk taking behaviours and making adjustments that promote a healthy lifestyle. 

Men's Health Week celebrates the strengths of men, the contributions they make and the important role they play in society. It is as much a week of celebration and engagement of men with a serving of health on the side! 

For further information: Men's Health Week