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Why men's health is a social concern
According to a recent survey over a third of American men have not had a
medical check up last year, while around nine million of male population have not
visited a doctor in five years.
Ignoring their condition, doesn't mean men have not health problems. On the contrary,
because men generally have less healthy lifestyles (they smoke and drink more than women) and
like to join in fearless, risky, dangerous behaviors, they suffer more from certain diseases.
By consequence, the conclusion of some grim statistics is that men's health is a major social concern:
- 45% of men are medically defined as overweight and an additional 17% as
obese, so they are very exposed to diabetes and heart diseases;
- 28% of men are active smokers;
- 27% of men are alcohol consumers at a level that could be harmful to their health;
- each year, over 130,000 men of all ages die from circulatory diseases, moreover;
- each year, over 124,000 men of all ages are newly diagnosed with cancer
and over 80,000 die.
Additionally, men also largely identify themselves with their work, which adds to stress
and to being disconnected from their emotional side. This condition can add more problems
in relationships, as well as in jobs and careers.
According to The Men's Health Network (MHN) statistics, men die at higher rates than women
from the top 10 causes of death - heart disease, cancer, stroke, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease,
accidents, pneumonia and influenza, diabetes, suicide, kidney disease, and chronic liver disease and cirrhosis.
The above data and statistics show that men need more and more help and assistance. Because
internet can offer specialized sections on products and info pertaining to men’s health, we decided
to dedicate this website to men and their health concerns to add one more help.
Attention: The Information on this site is provided for information only,
and is not meant to substitute for the advice or help of your own physician or other medical professional.
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