Wellbeing Wednesday: Movember and men’s health
November 10, 2021
Many men have common health concerns however, they are often less likely to talk to someone. Male colleagues are urged to consider some of the many ways to support your wellbeing.
Here are 10 ways for you to make a start:
- Connect with someone
- Connect with a colleague or friend, your mates are important. Stay connected.
- Prostate health
Chat to your doctor about your prostate if you have a concern at any age but certainly after 45 and ask for a PSA test if you are concerned.
https://uk.movember.com/mens-health/general
- Check your testicles regularly, early detection saves lives
https://uk.movember.com/mens-health/prostate-cancer
- Some helpful podcasts if you want to know more
https://uk.movember.com/story?tag=podcast
- Book a confidential chat
Book a chat at the wellbeing sanctuary – to book 0121 507 5886
Counselling available to you via occupational health – call 0121 501 3306
Have a conversation with one of our REACT practitioners – 0121 507 5886
- Stay active. Being outside and being active can help lift our mood. Fancy getting fitter? Try this link:
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/get-running-with-couch-to-5k/
- Learn something new – free courses
https://www.open.edu/openlearn/free-courses/full-catalogue
- Support for mental health wellbeing – Listen to Peter Crouch’s podcast
- Helpful support and resources for men’s health and wellbeing
https://www.menshealthforum.org.uk/five-ways-wellbeing
- Useful links
Men’s Sheds
Beating Eating Disorders
The Male Menopause
Male specific cancers
NHS Health Check
The campaign against living miserably
Mental Health for BAME and POC
LGBTQ Foundation
Men’s Advice Line
Drink Aware
Sexual Health
Quit smoking
Kickstart your health
Risk factors for heart health