Build Your Mental Health Toolkit
OCT 02, 2024Think of a mental health toolkit as a collection of strategies you can access whenever you need them. It’s about equipping yourself to handle challenges in a healthy way.
Read MoreGoing to the doctor is often the last thing on a guy’s to-do list. In fact, a study found 72 percent of men said they would rather do a household chore, like clean the bathroom or mow the lawn, than go to the doctor.
But they should, because their health matters. Many conditions that are easy to ignore, such as snoring, can seriously harm their health. Other diseases have hard-to-detect symptoms that men won’t notice, but a doctor can quickly pick up on. High blood pressure, for example, is referred to as the “silent killer” because there are no noticeable symptoms until it gets dangerously high.
As a general rule, men younger than 50 should have a physical exam every three to five years - even if they’re feeling healthy. Men older than 50 should have a physical exam every year. Doing so can mean finding a health problem early and improving quality of life - and possibly reducing out-of-pocket health care costs - for years to come.
Some health issues men should keep on their radar and cancer screenings they shouldn’t skip include:
For men who’re still reluctant to make their health a priority, don’t do it for yourself. Do it for loved ones who want you around for years to come. Find a primary care provider near you and make an appointment today.
Think of a mental health toolkit as a collection of strategies you can access whenever you need them. It’s about equipping yourself to handle challenges in a healthy way.
Read MoreEating a good meal before trick or treating, planning a costume party, and keeping an eye on candy consumption are just a few tricks for a healthier Halloween.
Read MoreWe encourage all to get their flu and other vaccinations each year to avoid these and secondary issues or even hospitalization.
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