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Male health focuses on the overall well-being and medical concerns specific to men, including issues related to reproductive health, hormonal balance, and physical fitness.
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Male Health FAQ


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What is men's health?

Men's health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, as experienced by men, and not merely the absence of disease. [failed verification] Differences in men's health compared to women's can be attributed to biological factors, behavioural factors, and social factors (e.g., occupations). [failed verification]

Do men have health problems?

Even with this nonchalant attitude toward health topics and healthcare, men are still susceptible to health conditions such as depression, obesity, cancer, stroke, diabetes, and even heart disease. In addition to these conditions, men risk developing more male-related health issues such as prostate cancer and benign prostate enlargement.

Can a healthy lifestyle prevent men's health problems?

Many of the major health risks that men face can be prevented with a healthy lifestyle: regular exercise, a healthy diet, not smoking, stress reduction, and alcohol consumption in the moderate range (no more than two drinks a day) if at all. Regular checkups and screening tests can spot disease early, when it is easiest to treat.

What is the men's Health Forum?

Click here to find out more and find answers to frequently asked questions. The Men’s Health forum aims to help prevent premature male deaths from preventable causes and have a wealth of information on men’s health, how to look after ourselves and answers to your health questions. Click here to visit the Men’s Health Forum website to find out more.

What are the biggest threats to men's health?

Do you know the biggest threats to men's health? Heart disease and cancer top the list. Others include injury, lung disease, stroke and diabetes. Although you may not be able to prevent all of these, some can be prevented. Healthy lifestyle choices, such as eating a healthy diet and moving every day, can help.

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