Tag: Prostate Cancer Awareness

This Giving Tuesday: Be the Change Men’s Health Needs

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Giving Tuesday is next week, and Men’s Health Network (MHN) is calling on supporters to help close the Lifespan Gender Gap and build empathy for men’s health. This year, MHN expanded outreach across communities, churches, and schools, relaunched the Congressional Men’s Health Caucus, and supported bipartisan resolutions like H.R. 1300 (PSA Screening for HIM Act) and H.R. 675 (Prostate Cancer Awareness Month), advancing prevention and early detection nationwide. From toolkits that reached thousands to Ambassadors leading local events, MHN continues reaching men where they live, work, play, and pray. Your support powers awareness, education, and advocacy that saves lives.Continue reading

Why I Care About Men’s Health… And Why You Should Too

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In "Speaking Up for the Silent Majority," Shelby Leventhal, a college senior at the University of Kentucky, shares a powerful perspective on why women should care about men’s health. Drawing from her own experiences and observations, she explores the stigma that keeps many men from seeking care and urges women to play a more active role in encouraging the men in their lives to prioritize both physical and mental health. Through personal stories, cultural reflection, and a call to action, Shelby makes a compelling case for empathy, awareness, and support in the men’s health movement.Continue reading

Prostate Cancer Needs More Than a Global Initiative: Ground-Level Action Needed

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Men’s Health Network responds to Global Action on Men’s Health’s new report on prostate cancer with a call for urgent, ground-level action. While supporting a WHO-led global initiative, MHN stresses that real impact requires community outreach, empathy-driven education, and trusted local engagement. Prostate cancer is rising fast, especially among underserved men, yet too many go without screening or support. This Men’s Health Month, MHN urges policymakers and the public to bridge the empathy gap and take action now. Learn more, get involved, and help bring life-saving care to where men live, work, play, and pray.Continue reading

When a Leader’s Diagnosis Becomes a National Wake-Up Call: Prostate Cancer, Awareness, and the Urgent Need for Change

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Former President Joe Biden’s stage 4 prostate cancer diagnosis underscores a national failure in men’s health and preventive care. Men’s Health Network is calling for urgent reform to PSA screening guidelines, improved prostate cancer awareness, and expanded support for men’s healthcare—especially for those over age 70. Prostate cancer is highly treatable when detected early, making timely prostate screenings critical. This moment is a wake-up call to prioritize men’s health policy, close the Lifespan Gender Gap, and increase health education for men.Continue reading

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month – What You Need to Know

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Prostate cancer is a critical health issue that affects a large number of men worldwide. With September designated as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, it’s an opportunity to promote awareness, encourage regular health screenings, and educate men about early detection and treatment. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men, and understanding the risks, symptoms, and prevention strategies is essential for reducing its impact. This blog covers key information on prostate cancer and how you can get involved in raising awareness and supporting the cause.Continue reading

Reminders for Men and Women during Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

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September marks Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, and as a result, women throughout the United States have a valuable addition to their to-do list.  We are urging women to take advantage of this month, and remind the men in their lives to get screened.  According to the Prostate Cancer Foundation, 1 in 6 men are affected...

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