Men's Health Week
Published on June 15, 2026
Men’s Health Week is June 15 – 21, 2026. Throughout June, the Men's Health Network (MHN) shares information, raises awareness, and provides free resources to help improve the health of men, boys, and the families who support them. This year’s theme “Partners in Care: For Better Lifespans Across the Lifespan” highlights the important role that families, friends, caregivers and communities play in helping men live healthier lives.
The theme focuses on the support systems that help men take care of their physical, mental and emotional health.
Men's Health is Public Health
Men’s health is more than an individual issue it is a public health priority. Strong communities depend on healthy people, and supporting men’s health helps strengthen families, workplaces and overall community well-being.
Prevention Supports Healthier Lives
Prevention is a key part of public health. Regular checkups, screenings, STI testing, mental health support, healthy lifestyle habits and chronic disease prevention can improve health outcomes and quality of life. Knowing your numbers, prioritizing wellness and seeking care early can make a difference. Men die an average six years earlier, often from preventable causes.
Key health threats affecting men include:
- Heart Disease
- The leading cause of death; warning signs include chest discomfort, shortness of breath, fatigue or irregular heartbeat.
- Cancer
- Major types include prostate, lung, colorectal, liver and pancreatic cancers. Men have higher mortality rates, with Black men facing higher prostate cancer mortality.
- Unintentional Injuries
- Includes motor vehicle accidents, workplace injuries, overdoses and falls.
- Stroke
- Warning signs follow FAST: Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call emergency services.
- Diabetes
- Linked to metabolic risk factors; signs include increased thirst, frequent urination and slow-healing wounds.
- Chronic Liver Disease
- Often associated with alcohol use, hepatitis, and metabolic conditions; warning signs may include swelling or jaundice.
During Men’s Health Week, Metro Health recognizes that access to care is an important part of public health and helps improve health outcomes for men. Metro Health connects individuals and families to:
- Mental health resources
- Preventative care services
- Health screenings and education
- Care and treatment options
- Other community health resources
When people can access the care and support they need, they are better able to prevent illness, manage ongoing health conditions and get help when they need it. These efforts help build healthier individuals, families and communities.
Wear Blue Day
One June 19, wear blue and help raise awareness for Men's Health Week. Together, we can support healthier lives for the men and boys in our families and communities, today and for generations to come.
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