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Men more reluctant to go to the doctor – and it’s putting them at risk

Men can expect to die approximately five years sooner than women, and men are more likely to die as a result of unintentional injury and suicide relative to women.

These differences are not well explained by physiological differences between men and women. One possible explanation is that men are more reluctant to go to the doctor – and less likely to be honest once they get there.

We have a cultural script about masculinity that tells men they need to be tough, brave, strong and self-reliant. It’s exemplified in phrases like “be a man” and “man up”. Men learn from an early age if they don’t act in this tough, masculine way they lose their status and respect as men.

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 Men more reluctant to go to the doctor – and it’s putting them at risk

Men can expect to die approximately five years sooner than women, and men are more likely to die as a result of unintentional injury and suicide relative to women. These differences are not well explained by physiological differences between men and women. One possible explanation is that men are more reluctant to go to the doctor – and less likely to be honest once they get there.

5 Common Men's Health Problems and How to Fix Them

When we think about the psychological and physical stressors of raising a child, our sympathies are often directed toward moms. But plenty of dads are all too familiar with the stresses of juggling parenting, work, and daily life.

5 Common Men’s Health Issues (and What to Do About Them)

In the health world, men have a bad rap. Out of the 15 leading causes of death, men lead women in 14 of them. The only disease that women are more likely to get than men is Alzheimer’s disease and that’s because many men don’t live long enough to develop it. If you’re a married heterosexual male, chances are you’ll die an average of five years earlier than your wife. The explanation behind this health gap is a complicated one.

Hims

Hims is committed to helping men get the products they need, for topics they’re usually too uncomfortable to talk about– like ED, acne, and hair loss. With hims, a doctor will prescribe and ship the meds you need, all online. Health issues? Optional.

Men's Health Forum

We believe change can happen and we’re always trying to make things better. We don’t blame men or women or anyone else for the poor state of men’s health, we just want to do something about it.

Men's Health Network

Men's Health Network (MHN) is a non-profit educational organization comprised of physicians, researchers, public health workers, individuals and other health professionals.

Men'sHealth

Every month, Men’s Health provides our readers with actionable information that they can put to work–information that helps them be healthier, smarter, more fashionable, more confident and more successful in their relationships and family life.

Movember Foundation

As an official global charity, Movember’s vision is to have an everlasting impact on the face of men’s health. During November each year, Movember is responsible for the sprouting of millions of moustaches on men's faces around the world. Through the power of the Mo, vital funds and awareness are raised to combat prostate and testicular cancer and mental health challenges.

Foundation 49

Each hour in Australia, more than four men die from conditions that are potentially preventable. Foundation 49: Men’s Health is a direct response to this health crisis affecting 49% of the population — and is dedicated to improving the health status of men across each decade of life.

Harvard Men's Health Watch

Harvard Men’s Health Watch is written specifically for men, to help them lead healthier, longer lives. With men's health news covering everything from prostate disease, nutrition, and exercise to erectile dysfunction (ED) and hair loss,

HealthZone

Welcome to the MHN HealthZone program, an initiative specifically targeted to men so they can see where they measure up on the scorecard of good health and, if needed, make the right changes to live healthier lives.

Just a Guy Thing

Building a better man.

Male Health Center

Founded in 1989 by Dr. Goldberg, the Male Health Center was the first clinic in the U.S. dedicated to treating the range of conditions specific to men. Although not actively treating patients anymore, the Male Health Center lives on in the pages of this Web site by him sharing his experience and opinions.

MaleCare

America’s largest volunteer men’s cancer support group and advocacy national nonprofit organization.

Men's Health Forum in Ireland

The Men’s Health Forum in Ireland (MHFI) works on an all-Ireland basis to enhance the health and well-being of men and boys. It is a diverse network of individuals and organisations, men and women, which seeks to identify the key concerns relating to male health and to increase understanding of these issues.

Men's Health Month

The purpose of Men’s Health Month is to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys. This month gives health care providers, public policy makers, the media, and individuals an opportunity to encourage men and boys to seek regular medical advice and early treatment for disease and injury.

Men's Journal

The best gear and travel destinations, plus guides to men's health, fitness, food, drinks, adventures, and style.

Men'sHealth UK

The UK's best-selling quality men's magazine. Everything you need to live a fuller life.

Talking About Men's Health

Talking About Men’s Health (TAMH) is a resource for men, their families, and other interested parties, about the latest in men’s health public policy, health and fitness information and research, parenting and other relevant issues. In addition to being a resource, TAMH is a forum for you to join the public discourse on men’s health issues. We encourage your comments and participation in the blog.

Young Men's Health

Youngmenshealthsite.org (YMH) is a website produced by the Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine at Boston Children's Hospital. The purpose of the website is to provide carefully researched health information to teenage boys and young men.

Alopecia Online

Comprehensive website covering various aspects of alopecia including news, research, reviews, treatment and features people living with alopecia...Team Alopecia.

American Journal of Men's Health

American Journal of Men's Health (AJMH) is a peer-reviewed quarterly resource for cutting-edge information regarding men's health and illness. AJMH publishes papers from all health, behavioral and social disciplines, including but not limited to medicine, nursing, allied health, public health, health psychology/behavioral medicine, and medical sociology and anthropology.

CDC

Data are for the U.S.

Dr. Elizabeth Celi

Men's health issues can get wrapped up in all sorts of things. Expectations from society, the media, family and friends lead to confusing messages. A man used to be considered healthy if he was physically fit, but we know now that there are some very serious men's health issues that include mental health, self-esteem and identity.

HealthDirect

Extensive resource on the health of men.

ScienceDaily

Current news, articles and information on mens health.

The Turek Clinic

An international leader in male fertility and men's sexual health.

Womenshealth.gov

Our section on men's health offers tools to help men of all ages and backgrounds live stronger, healthier, and even longer lives.

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