HEALTH FOR MEN

The human body is much more complicated than any machine yet built by humans.  Yet, in most cases, it needs less day-to-day care than a machine.

No machine can do all the things our bodies can do.  No machine can work for 70 years or more, day and night, requiring only air, water, food and a few simple rules.

No machine has been made which can adjust to so many different environmental, physical and mental conditions as the human body.

So, while knowing all this is true, why do men take so little time caring for and maintaining their bodies?  Is the Australian male's negative attitude towards health care genetic or is it bred into him?

This page provides several brief introductory articles to some important issues related to the health care of the Australian male.  Hopefully it will encourage our readers to find out more about this extremely important issue of caring for the health of men in Australia.

Prostate Health Issues - http://www.menshealth.com.au/

50% of men over the age of 50 years will experience some form of prostate or urinary problem. This incidence rises to 80% at 80 years of age. Many men are unwilling to discuss this aspect of their health with their family or their doctor, and therefore many of these cases go undetected, continuing to cause men discomfort and embarrassment.

This site is dedicated to raising awareness of prostate health issues for men, and providing vital information to allow men to make the right decisions regarding their health.

Men's Health and Wellbeing - http://www.man.org.au/

M.A.N. the peak body for service providers, organisations and individuals concerned with men’s health, wellbeing and other issues affecting males of all ages. It receives financial support from the Department of Health.

The primary role that M.A.N. plays is resourcing the sector through supporting service providers, organisations and professionals from various disciplines, who work with males of all ages. In addition, M.A.N. provides information to individuals about appropriate services and professionals, plus provides general community education and raises awareness of the issues affecting males of all ages.

Men's Wellbeing - http://menshealth.uws.edu.au/

A website dedicated to enhancing the well-being of men and boys.  MHIRC designs, develops and supports research and projects which contribute to the enhancement of the health & well-being of men and boys in a variety of contexts: the workplace, family relationships and access to health and social support services.

MHIRC also aims to promote awareness of the diversity of experiences and cultural contexts of groups of men and boys, contribute to the development of policies and services in Government Departments and other agencies which support the well-being of men and boys and promote positive images of men and boys

Movember - http://www.movember.com/au/malehealth/

However we look at it, men are far less healthy than women. The average life expectancy for men is five years less than females (presently 78 compared to 83).

Men access health services 30-40% less than women, thereby denying themselves the chance for prevention and early detection of common diseases.

It is now evident men need to unite and embrace a new challenge - to improve their collective health.

Men's Support Services - http://www.regionalaustralia.gov.au

Mensline Australia supports men, their family members and friends who are dealing with relationship and family difficulties, particularly surrounding family break-down or separation.

The Regional Entry Point provides information and links to Australian Government programs and services relevant to people living in regional, rural and remote Australia. The primary objective of this regional portal is to make accessing programs and services easier without people needing to know the structure of government or portfolio responsibilities.

Men's Health Info - http://www.healthinsite.gov.au

Provides information on men's health issues such as diet and overweight, prostate cancer, sexual health and mental health.