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Men’s Health Week is on from 15-21 June, and is an opportunity for our men and boys to prioritise their health and wellbeing and start conversations that might save lives. Locally as well as nationally, many men continue to delay seeking medical care.
Research shows around 60 per cent of men wait more than a week to see a doctor when experiencing symptoms, while one in three delay seeking help for more than a month. This is despite experiencing higher rates of chronic disease, preventable illness and premature death.
The 101 Reasons to See Your GP initiative by The Healthy Male is encouraging men to take proactive steps towards better health through regular check-ups, preventive screening and early intervention.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men continue to experience disproportionately high rates of chronic disease, poorer health outcomes and significantly higher rates of suicide than non-Indigenous Australians, with this week an important reminder to get checked, stay connected and seek support early.
It’s currently also Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, so timely to prioritise early detection of bowel cancer, one of Australia’s most common cancers. Through screening remains one of the most effective ways to reduce deaths from bowel cancer, many eligible men still do not complete the simple screening test when it arrives in the mail.
Information about the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program, including how to organise a free kit if you are eligible, is available from the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.
Men’s sexual health is another key focus area. Sexual and reproductive health is recognised as one of the priority areas under the National Men’s Health Strategy 2020–2030, yet many men remain reluctant to discuss concerns with a healthcare professional.
Gold Coast Primary Health Network (GCPHN) uses the National Health Services Directory which is one of the most comprehensive online health directories in Australia. Local services listed include general practices, pharmacists, mental health programs and service providers, aged care services, community support groups, allied health care professionals, hospitals, wellbeing programs and much more.
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