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Men’s Health Awareness Week

At the start of every summer, as graduates don their caps and gowns and schoolchildren anxiously await their three-month respite, we set aside one Sunday to celebrate our fathers. And while Congress designated June as Men’s Health Month, the week before Father’s Day is specifically singled out as Men’s Health Awareness Week to target “preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among boys and men.” 

A Family Affair 

Men develop different health needs as they age, but they often forgo regular checkups and ignore aches and pains. In addition, while heart disease, hypertension, and high cholesterol get a lot of attention, health concerns specific to men – like premature ejaculation, testosterone deficiency (andropause), and prostate cancer – can often be overlooked. As a result, it is crucial to develop a healthcare plan that takes into account their unique circumstances. 

“Recognizing and preventing men’s health problems is not just a man’s issue,” says Congressman Bill Richardson in regards to congressional recognition of Men’s Health Awareness Week. “Because of its impact on wives, mothers, daughters, and sisters, men’s health is truly a family issue.” 

Proactive Prevention 

“Men put their health last,” says Demetrius Porche, DNS, RN, editor-in-chief of the American Journal of Men’s Health. “Most men’s thinking is, if they can live up to their roles in society, then they’re healthy.” 

The organizers of Men’s Health Awareness Week encourage men of all ages to be proactive about their health, including the incorporation of the following preemptive strategies:  

  1. Get recommended screenings and preventative care. 
  2. Maintain moderate physical activity: at least 2 ½ hours per week. 
  3. Follow nutritional guidelines for your age and develop a healthy eating plan. 
  4. Prioritize mental health. 
  5. Practice healthy behaviors. 

Outreach Opportunity 

Men’s Health Awareness Week is a fantastic opportunity for senior living providers and caregivers to educate male residents and their families about all the ways to improve overall health and mental function. Senior living providers interested in participating in Men’s Health Awareness Week should check out the organization’s website for more information.  

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Keary Bourdier
Keary Bourdier
04:41 20 Apr 19

Jasmin Fiji
Jasmin Fiji
22:08 27 Dec 17
This is NOTHING like a nursing home. This is an Assisted Living place. The way they took care of my mom was phenomenal. Even as she progressed into the disease process of dementia, they loved her & made her life more wonderful than I could have by myself. The only reason for four stars instead if five is because they have a waiting list and I don't like to wait -- but the wait was only 3 weeks and totally worth it!

Boo Bear
Boo Bear
18:22 18 Apr 17
Great facility in a great location. Personalized home service. The staff is friendly and very attentive.

Suzette Lindemuth
Suzette Lindemuth
18:09 18 Apr 17
As the Director at the program I want to thank all our residents, family members, staff and our community for supporting our program over the last 30 years. We are a community committed to reducing the isolation of aging through a variety of program and services. We value your input and hope you will visit our new website for additional information

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