10 Top Health Risks for Men

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10 Top Health Risks for Men
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• If you take better care of your car or favorite
  electronic gadget than your own health, you are
  not alone.
• According to experts, mens overwhelmingly
  dismissive attitude towards their health can have
  dire consequences in the long run.
• Move from your man cave to a medical provider to
  significantly reduce top serious health problems
  like cancer, depression, heart disease, or even
  respiratory diseases.

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Heart Health

• Heart disease comes in many forms, all of which
  can lead to serious, fatal complications if left
  undetected.
• The American Heart Association indicates that
  more than one in three adult men has some form of
  cardiovascular disease.
• Black men account for 100,000 more cardiovascular
  disease mortality cases than white men.

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COPD and Other Respiratory Diseases

• Various respiratory diseases usually start with
  an innocent smokers cough. Over time, that
  cough can lead to life-threatening conditions
  such as lung cancer, emphysema, or COPDall of
  which interfere with normal breathing.

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Alcohol Friend or Foe?

• Alcohol consumption increases risk for cancer of
  the mouth, throat, esophagus, liver, and colon.
  Alcohol also interferes with testicular function
  and hormone production, resulting in impotence
  and infertility.
• According to the National Bureau of Economic
  Research, if a problem drinker does not seek
  help, he is more likely to commit suicide.

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Depression and Suicide

• Researchers at The National Institute of Mental
  Health estimate that at least six million men
  suffer from depressive disorders including
  suicidal thoughts annually.
• If youre depressed, the NIMH recommends these
  tips

• Exercise.
• set realistic goals.
• surround yourself with loved ones.
• postpone important decisions.
• seek professional help.

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Unintentional Injuries and Accidents

• Motor vehicle death rates for male drivers and
  passengers ages 15 to 19 were almost twice that
  of females in 2006.
• And male workers incurred 92 percent of the 5,524
  total reported fatal occupational injuries.
• Remember you are not Superman. Be careful.

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Liver Disease

• Your liver is the size of a football. Its
  functions include digesting food, absorbing
  nutrients, and ridding the body of toxic
  substances.
• Liver disease includes conditions such as
  cirrhosis, viral hepatitis, autoimmune or genetic
  liver diseases, bile duct or liver cancer, and
  even alcoholic liver disease.

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Diabetes

• The American Diabetes Association celebrates
  todays modern man as someone who is more aware
  of his blood sugar health.
• Men with diabetes face greater risk for sexual
  impotence and lower testosterone levels, which
  can lead to increased depression or anxiety.

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Influenza and Pneumonia

• Influenza and pneumococcal infection are two
  leading health risks for some men.
• Men who have compromised immune systems due to
  COPD, diabetes, congestive heart failure, sickle
  cell anemia, AIDS, or cancer, are more
  susceptible to these illnesses.

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Skin Cancer

• According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, men over
  50 are at highest risk for developing skin
  cancermore than twice the rate as women. Why?
  Because of more sun exposure and fewer visits to
  the doctor.

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HIV and AIDS

• Men who are infected with HIV may not realize it,
  as initial symptoms may mimic a cold or flu.
• However, new infections are on the rise among
  gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men.

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Become Proactive

• Now that you know about the top 10 health risks
  that affect men, whats next? Changing your
  habits and becoming proactive about your health.

• Organizations such as the American Diabetes
  Association and the American Cancer Society offer
  direct resources and support for todays modern
  man.

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