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What is Men’s Health Week?

Men’s Health Week is an international event to raise awareness about men’s physical and mental health, with the aim of giving boys and men access to the information, services and treatment they need to maintain their health. Organisations can participate in this event by raising awareness about issues relating to men’s health and addressing problems or barriers to men’s healthcare.

When is Men’s Health Week?

Men’s Health Week runs from 10-16 June.

Why is there a Men’s Health Week?

There are many reasons why organisations may wish to directly address issues in relation to men and boys’ health. For example, here are a few statistics about their mental health:

Men’s Health Week is an opportunity for organisations to show that men’s health is an important concern to them, so that male colleagues may be more likely to speak up when they are experiencing low mental health, before the problem becomes more complex. Burnout and stress cost the UK economy £28bn a year, so it is important for employers to invest in employee health and well-being.

And in regards to men’s physical health:

These statistics show that employers can demonstrate to their commitment to men’s health by showing male employees that taking time off for their health is a positive thing and will not impact their career prospects.

 

Men’s Health Week facts you should know

Here are a few quick Men’s Health Week facts to know:

How to celebrate Men’s Health Week in the workplace

There are numerous ways to commemorate Men’s Health Week at work, including:

Contact your account manager if you’re a member and need more support with celebrating Men’s Health Week. If you’re not yet a member, get in touch today to see how we can help.

 

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