An HR Guide to Men's Health: Understanding the most common health concerns and how to support men through them
In this guide, we'll take you through some of the most common health concerns your employees will be facing and how best to support them through.
Around 1 in 8 men in the UK will be diagnosed with prostate cancer, however, studies have shown that 75% of men in the UK will put off going to the doctor, even when feeling ill. One of the main reasons men put off going to the doctor is due to a fear that something might be wrong.
Men's health can be a complex topic to address in the workplace. many of the health issues that men experience most regularly can be sensitive, highly personal and potentially difficult to acknowledge or speak about. It's critical that employers and managers take the time and dedicate the necessary resources to shaping a professional environment in which men feel they can share their experiences, ask for help and access the support they need to protect their health and wellbeing.
In this guide we'll cover:
- How different types of health conditions may affect men at home and at work
- How to offer support for men's health in your workplace
