Men’s Health Month, June 2026: A Month of Action for Men, Families, & Communities
Men's Health Month 2026 brought together healthcare organizations, policymakers, community leaders, employers, volunteers, and advocates from across the country to improve the health and well-being of men and boys. From 170 official proclamations and a Congressional Men's Health Event on Capitol Hill to community fundraisers, educational initiatives, and national partnerships, this year's campaign highlighted the power of collaboration in advancing men's health. As June comes to a close, Men's Health Network reflects on the month's accomplishments and looks ahead to continuing this important work throughout the year.CONTINUE READING→
As Colorectal Cancer Rises in Young Men, Silence Remains Deadly
This personal story explores the growing rise of colorectal cancer among younger men through the experience of Junius Nottingham Jr., whose son Jeremy died from advanced colorectal cancer at just 31 years old after an undiagnosed case of Lynch syndrome. The blog highlights how stigma, silence, and cultural expectations around masculinity often prevent men from speaking up about symptoms, seeking preventive care, or advocating for genetic testing. It also raises awareness about Lynch syndrome as the most common hereditary cause of colorectal cancer and emphasizes the importance of family health history, early detection, and proactive healthcare conversations. Through personal reflection and advocacy, the author encourages men and families to connect the dots around hereditary cancer risks, seek medical evaluation early, and break the silence surrounding men’s health and cancer prevention. CONTINUE READING→
Meet Men’s Health Network’s Advisory Board: Advancing Men’s Health via Expertise, Collaboration, & Leadership
Men's Health Network is proud to be guided by an accomplished Advisory Board made up of physicians, researchers, public health leaders, nurses, psychologists, educators, policy experts, and advocates who share a commitment to improving the health and well-being of men, boys, and their families. Their collective expertise helps shape our educational resources, advocacy priorities, research initiatives, and community outreach efforts. From advancing men's health policy and preventive care to strengthening partnerships and expanding public awareness, our Advisory Board plays an important role in helping Men's Health Network fulfill its mission. Meet the remarkable individuals whose leadership, experience, and dedication continue to drive meaningful progress for men's health across the United States and around the world.CONTINUE READING→
Meet Our Men’s Health Network Ambassadors: Dedicated volunteers advancing men’s health via education, advocacy, and community leadership.
Meet the dedicated volunteers helping advance men's health across the United States and beyond. From physicians, nurses, researchers, and educators to cancer survivors, veterans, and community advocates, Men's Health Network Ambassadors are making a difference by promoting education, prevention, and healthier communities. Discover their inspiring stories and learn how you can become an ambassador in your own community.CONTINUE READING→
The Importance of Father-Daughter Relationships: A Very Special Father’s Day Blog
A special Father’s Day reflection, this blog explores the lasting impact fathers can have on their daughters’ confidence, self-worth, relationships, and emotional development. Written from a college woman’s perspective, the article examines how supportive father-daughter relationships can help shape healthy expectations, resilience, and communication skills, while also discussing the broader connection between men’s emotional health and family well-being. The piece highlights the important role fathers play not only in their daughters’ lives, but also in modeling healthy emotional expression and strengthening future generations. CONTINUE READING→
Sleep Apnea & Men’s Health: What Couples Should Know During Men’s Health Week
During Men’s Health Week 2026, the Alliance of Sleep Apnea Partners (ASAP) and Men’s Health Network (MHN) are raising awareness around sleep apnea as a major but often overlooked men’s health issue affecting millions of men and families nationwide. The blog highlights how symptoms such as loud snoring, breathing pauses, chronic exhaustion, hypertension, and erectile dysfunction may all be connected to untreated obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). It also explores how sleep apnea impacts cardiovascular health, mental health, relationships, workplace productivity, and overall quality of life. Emphasizing that sleep apnea is both a personal and household health issue, ASAP and MHN encourage couples and families to recognize warning signs early, support preventive care conversations, and seek evaluation and treatment to improve long-term health outcomes and well-being.CONTINUE READING→
The Role of Healthcare Systems in Improving Mental Health Support for Men
This blog explores the important role healthcare systems play in improving mental health support for men. It highlights how stigma, traditional masculinity norms, underdiagnosis, and delayed intervention often prevent men from seeking mental health care early. The article discusses how healthcare systems can help close these gaps by expanding access to care, integrating mental health into primary care settings, improving early screening and preventive services, and reducing administrative and financial barriers that limit treatment access. It also examines the operational challenges healthcare providers face when delivering mental health services, including insurance complexity, reimbursement issues, staffing burdens, and long-term care costs. Ultimately, the blog emphasizes that improving men’s mental health outcomes requires a system-wide approach focused on accessibility, early intervention, integrated care, and sustainable healthcare infrastructure that encourages men to seek support without stigma. CONTINUE READING→
June 2026: Men’s Health Month is Here!
June marks Men’s Health Month and International Men’s Health Week, nationally and internationally recognized awareness periods focused on improving the health and well-being of men and boys through education, prevention, early detection, advocacy, and community engagement. Throughout the month, Men’s Health Network highlights important conversations around preventive care, mental health, chronic disease prevention, fatherhood, caregiving, workplace wellness, and closing the Lifespan Gender Gap through awareness campaigns, policy updates, community partnerships, and actionable health resources.CONTINUE READING→
A College Perspective: Why Preventative Health Matters for Men in their 20’s
This blog highlights the importance of preventative healthcare for young men, emphasizing how stigma, busy college lifestyles, and “tough it out” mentalities often lead to neglecting routine care. It encourages building healthy habits early, prioritizing regular checkups, and fostering open conversations about men’s health to support long-term well-being. CONTINUE READING→
Don’t Let an Unexpected Case of COVID-19 Ruin Your Summer
Summer should be a time for enjoyment, connection, and peace of mind—not unexpected illness. Being informed and having a conversation with a health care professional about COVID-19 vaccination and taking a few proactive steps now can help protect your active leisure time, as well as your health, and the people you care about most.CONTINUE READING→