1. It’s a Guy Thing... A presentation on Men’s Health
Presented by
Ashton Hennessy

2. June is National Men’s Health Month
Men’s Health Month is celebrated across the country with screenings, health fairs, media appearances, and other health education and outreach activities.

3. The Goal of 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.

4. Top Men’s Health Issues
Cardiovascular Disease
Stroke
Suicide & Depression
Lung Cancer
Prostate Cancer
Diabetes
Alzheimer’s
WebMD 2007

5. Cardiovascular
According to the CDC, 1 in 4 men has some form of heart disease. It is the leading cause of death
Average age of a person having a first heart attack is 65.8 for men
AHA risk factors for hear disease include:
Increasing age
Male sex
Family history and race
Smoking
High BP
Physical inactivity
Obesity & overweight
Diabetes
Some items are modifiable: eating right, exercise, smoking cessation
Non-modifiable: age, sex, family history/race

6. Stroke
Stroke is the 3rd leading killer in the country, after heart disease and all forms of cancer
Stroke is 1.25 times greater in men than women according to the American Stroke Association
Risk factors for hear disease include:
Increasing age
Male sex—stroke is more common in men than women until age 75
Personal history of TIA (transient ischemic attack/ministroke)
Diabetes
High cholesterol
Heart disease
Smoking; including secondhand smoke
Physical inactivity
Obesity
Alcohol and substance abuse
TIA—transient ischemic attack/minstroke

7. Suicide/Depression
Men are 4 times more likely to commit suicide compare to women
6 million men have depression each year
Instead of sadness, depression may play out in the following ways in men:
Anger
Aggression
Work “burnout”
Risk-taking behavior
Midlife crisis
Alcohol and substance abuse
According to National Institute of Mental Health
-Important to help men with depression reduce their risk of suicide by recognizing that society’s model of “work through it,” can work against men. Important to find help when you’re not feeling “right” and not be ashamed.

8. Lung Cancer Exposure to secondhand smoke Exposure to asbestos or radon
Leading cancer killer of both men and women
GOOD NEWS!!—Cases of lung cancer have been dropping since the 1980’s
Besides smoking, the ACS lists the following risk factors for lung cancer:
Exposure to secondhand smoke
Exposure to asbestos or radon
Personal history
Air pollution
ACS-American Cancer Society

9. Prostate Cancer Most common cancer found in men
Second leading type of cancer death in men, after lung cancer
Treatable if found in early stages
However, can be a challenge to diagnose as often times there are no symptoms until it has spread
REGULAR EXAMS ARE KEY!!!
Risk Factors include:
Family history
Increasing age
Nationality
High-fat diet
*Men who eat a lot of red meat ad high-fat dairy products and not enough fruits and veggies may be at higher risk

10. Diabetes Risk Factors: Smoking Overweight Physical inactivity
Most persons with diabetes are 65+
Most common is Type-2
Diabetes can affect many other health-related issues
Risk Factors:
Smoking
Overweight
Physical inactivity
High Blood Pressure or High Cholesterol
40+ years old
*PubMed
Type 2 affects approx % of the 13 million men with diabetes
Raises risk of CD, can cause problems in eyes, skin, kidneys and nervous system

11. What can you do?

12. See your doctor regularly, even when you are not sick!
“ An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”
Tell your doctor about any changes you notice in your physical or emotional health.
Learn the pros and cons of suggested treatment plans and medicines for any health problems you have.
Make sure your doctor knows all the medicines, including over-the-counter medicines, and supplements you're taking.

13. Learn about health issues that are common in Men
Things such as prostate problems, cardiovascular, and diabetes
Find out which screenings and vaccines you need.
Some screenings, such as for osteoporosis or vaccines, such as for shingles, might be new to you

14. Recommended Screening
Wellness Schedule
Screening Schedule
Immunization Schedule
Well-Care visit every year
Cholesterol check every 5 years through age 75
Tetanus-diphtheria every 10 years
Blood pressure checks every year
Pneumococcal vaccine two different vaccines; one time for ages 65+
Vision and hearing checks every year
Flu vaccine every year
Colon cancer screening: talk with your doctor about the best method for you. Men aged 75+, regular screening isn’t generally recommended. If you wish to continue screening, talk with your doctor.
Shingle vaccine for ages 50+ (2 dose series)
Prostate cancer screening: discuss with your doctor
Abdominal aortic aneurysm screening (aaa): One-time screening for men aged 65+ who have a family history of aaa (parent, brother, or sister) or who smoked 100 cigarettes or more in their lifetime.
Hepatitis C test: one time during adulthood if you were born
Recommended screening schedule for men 65+

15. Stay Physically Active
A good exercise program includes aerobic activities such as walking, bicycling and swimming 30 minutes each day on most days of the week and strength or resistance exercises two days a week

16. Nutritional Needs
Calcium and Vitamin D Older adults need more calcium and vitamin D to help maintain bone health. Have three servings of vitamin D-fortified low-fat or fat-free milk or yogurt each day. Vitamin B12 Many people older than 50 do not get enough vitamin B12. Fortified cereal, lean meat and some fish and seafood are sources of vitamin B12.
Calcium and Vitamin D
Other calcium-rich foods include fortified cereals and fruit juices, dark green leafy vegetables and canned fish with soft bones. If you take a calcium supplement or multivitamin, choose one that contains vitamin D.

17. Nutritional Needs Fiber
Eat more fiber-rich foods to stay regular. Fiber also can help lower your risk for heart disease, control your weight and prevent type 2 diabetes
Potassium
Increasing potassium along with reducing sodium (salt) may lower your risk of high blood pressure.
Know Your Fats
Foods that are low in saturated fats, trans fats and cholesterol help reduce your risk of heart disease. Most of the fats you eat should be polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats.
Fiber:
. Eat whole-grain breads and cereals, and more beans and peas. Fruits and vegetables also provide fiber.
Potassium
Fruits, vegetables and low-fat or fat-free milk and yogurt are good sources of potassium. Also, select and prepare foods with little or no added salt.

18. Sources