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Since Our Last Update: Men’s Health Network Advances Public Health Through National Policy Partnerships

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**Summary** Since our last update, Men's Health Network has continued working with national medical societies, patient advocacy organizations, researchers, and policymakers to advance public health through coalition advocacy. Recent efforts have focused on expanding access to clinical trials, protecting patients from unsafe compounded GLP-1 medications, strengthening military medical research, restoring prostate cancer research funding, and advancing the historic State of Men's Health Act. A major milestone came on July 22 with the introduction of the Senate companion to the State of Men's Health Act—the first time legislation to establish a federal Office of Men's Health has been introduced in both the House and Senate during the same Congress. Together, these initiatives reflect the growing recognition that improving the health of men and boys requires collaboration, evidence-based policy, and sustained advocacy. Continue reading

Health Education Behind Bars is Not Optional: It’s Imperative

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This advocacy op-ed argues that health education and preventive care programs should be expanded within correctional facilities to address the significant health disparities experienced by incarcerated men and boys. The article highlights how improved health literacy, chronic disease management, mental health awareness, and continuity of care can lead to better health outcomes, reduced healthcare costs, and stronger community reintegration. It emphasizes that voluntary, ethically implemented health education programs are a practical public health investment that benefits both incarcerated individuals and society as a whole.Continue reading

Meet Our Men’s Health Network Ambassadors: Dedicated volunteers advancing men’s health via education, advocacy, and community leadership.

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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

November: A Month to Focus on Men’s Health and Community

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November is a pivotal month for raising awareness about men’s health and community well-being. From Alzheimer’s and diabetes to epilepsy, tobacco use, and sexual health, each observance offers an opportunity to take action and encourage preventive care. Men’s Health Network emphasizes that health doesn’t take a season off—simple habits, early conversations, and empathy-driven outreach can make lasting change. This month’s blog highlights national campaigns like the Great American Smokeout, National Diabetes Month, and Impotence Education Month, alongside Illinois’ groundbreaking creation of a Division of Men’s Health. It also spotlights the growing Men’s Health Ambassadorship Program—ordinary people doing extraordinary work to close the Lifespan Gender Gap and build healthier communities. Through awareness, advocacy, and everyday choices, November reminds us that improving men’s health is a shared mission that benefits families, workplaces, and society as a whole.Continue reading

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