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Expanding Healthy People 2030: A Community-Driven Approach to Men’s Health

March 13, 2025March 13, 2025MHN EditorAdvocacy, Boys, Depression, Disparities, Economics, Editorials, Education, Education, Family, Family Issues, Fatherhood, Growing Up, Health, Legislative, Lifestyle, Masculinity, Mental Health, Parenting, Policy, Psychology, Public Policy, Relationships, Research and Science, Stress, Suicide, Well-being, WorkLeave a comment

Healthy People 2030's next iteration should incorporate male-focused community initiatives that foster adequate support for the health needs of men and boys. By working together—across public health sectors, education systems, workplaces, and community organizations—we can create an environment where all individuals, regardless of sex, have the opportunity to live longer, healthier lives. Read on for more information on how men and boys stand up against Social Determinants of Health as stated in existing policy.Continue reading

Ditch your dad bod in 5 easy steps

May 23, 2021May 18, 2021David Samadi, MD - Medical ContributorFatherhood, Health, LifestyleLeave a comment

Men with dad bods, beware. Your sex appeal appears to be dwindling. Maybe some women still profess to prefer a man with what they consider a sexy “dad bod” but new research finds that the pleasantly plump physique could likely increase health risks later in life.

7 Tips for New (and Not-So-New) Dads About Kids’ Health

October 8, 2015October 5, 2015Rupal Christine Gupta, MD, FAAPEducation, Family, Fatherhood, Growing Up, Health, Lifestyle, Parenting, Well-being

Just a few months ago, my brother welcomed his newborn son to the world. Imagine the differences between his experience and the experience my own father had when we were born. Case in point: When my mom was delivering me in the hospital, my dad had no idea how to help during labor. Flustered and...Continue reading