Dothan, Ala. (WDNews) – June is Men’s Health Month, and this year’s national campaign is focused on “Closing the Empathy Gap.”
This campaign is an effort to raise awareness, support and action around the physical and mental well-being of men and boys.
The initiative highlights a concerning reality: men die six years earlier than women on average, often due to preventable causes like heart disease, suicide and prostate cancer. Organizers say these issues are compounded by a lack of targeted resources, delayed care and stigma that keeps many men from seeking help.
Officials encourage families to talk about health history, schedule screenings, and support men in making time for checkups. Things men can do to to keep their well-being in-check include:
- Make a commitment to have a health checkup.
- Talk to your physician about the steps to take.
- Make an appointment with a therapist
For those with a man in your life, you can:
- Encourage them to get a check- up or visit a therapist
- Go for a walk or spend quality time with them
- Cook or encourage them to eat healthy meals
Most importantly, let the man in your life know that it is okay to talk about their problems. Sometimes, all a dad needs is someone to talk to.
