According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention<\/a> (CDC), men in the United States, on average, die 5 years earlier than women and die at higher rates from the three leading causes of death:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite our nation\u2019s vast advances in science, public health, and health care, the health status of racial and ethnic minority men continues to lag behind the general population.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cRecognizing and preventing men\u2019s health problems is not just a man\u2019s issue. Because of its impact on wives, mothers, daughters, and sisters, men\u2019s health is truly a family issue.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Quote by Congressman Bill Richardson Men are more likely than women to drink alcohol excessively. Excessive alcohol drinking is associated with significant risks to men\u2019s health and safety, and the risks increase with the amount of alcohol consumed. Men are also more likely than women to take other risks (such as misusing other substances, having multiple sex partners, or not wearing a seat belt). These risks, when combined with alcohol, further increase their risk of illness, injury or death.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men in the United States. The term heart disease refers to several types of heart conditions, including coronary artery disease and heart attack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sometimes heart disease may be \u201csilent\u201d and not diagnosed until a man experiences signs or symptoms of a heart attack, heart failure, or arrhythmia. When these events happen, symptoms of heart disease may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n What are your heart disease risks?<\/em> In 2013\u20132016 47% of men had hypertension, a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Several other medical conditions and lifestyle choices can also put people at a higher risk for heart disease. These conditions are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Getting a heart disease check up is your best bet to catch the disease early. To reduce your chances of getting heart disease or prevent heart disease, it\u2019s important to do the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Aside from non-melanoma skin cancer, prostate cancer<\/a> is the most common cancer among men in the United States. It is also one of the leading causes of cancer death among men of all races and Hispanic origin populations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cancer is a disease in which cells in the body grow out of control. When cancer starts in the prostate, it is called prostate cancer. Except for skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most common cancer in American men. Many men with prostate cancer\u2014especially those with tumors that have not spread beyond the prostate\u2014die of other causes without ever having any symptoms from the cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When should you get a prostate cancer check up? <\/em>The prevalence of prostate cancer is higher than any other malignant cancers in men living in the United States. All men are at risk for prostate cancer. Out of every 100 American men, about 13 will get prostate cancer during their lifetime, and about 2 to 3 men will die from prostate cancer. The most common risk factor is age. The older a man is, the greater the chance of getting prostate cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For some men, genetic factors may put them at higher risk of prostate cancer. You may have an increased risk of getting a type of prostate cancer caused by genetic changes that are inherited if\u2014<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some men are at increased risk for prostate cancer. You are at increased risk for getting or dying from prostate cancer if you are African-American or have a family history of prostate cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n African-American Men<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Prostate cancer may cause no signs or symptoms in its early stages, however, a cancer that’s more advanced may cause signs and symptoms of prostate cancer such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Colorectal cancers<\/a> such as prostate cancer are the second-leading cause of cancer death among men and women in the United States. But, in most cases, it can be prevented. Regular screening is the best way to catch colon cancer early. A colorectal cancer screening is important for early detection and prostate cancer prevention. The American Cancer Society recommends that average-risk adults age 50 years and older undergo regular screenings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Doctors also recommend that men with an average risk of prostate cancer make choices that benefit their overall health, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Historically, men have been hesitant to seek medical attention when something seems wrong with their health. Additionally, men aren’t as likely as women to have preventive screenings and checkups with their health care provider. This is a problem because early detection of a medical issue is the best way to improve effectiveness of condition treatment and management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition, early Covid-19 research has found that more men are dying from Covid-19 than women, in part because men are more likely to have underlying health conditions. Delaying or avoiding a checkup or screening during the Covid-19 pandemic \u2014 or beyond \u2014 could lead to a treatable situation turning deadly. If you haven’t already, schedule your Covid-19 vaccine<\/a> and speak with your provider about a health check-up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Men older than 50 should have a yearly physical exam, and men younger than 50 should have a physical exam every three to five years. Even if you’re feeling healthy, a regular checkup with your provider is a good way to validate your health or identify a problem in its early stages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Men’s Health Check-up will differ for each person based on your needs, age, and general health. Some of the screenings and tests that may take place during a Men’s Health Check-up are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Looking for men’s check up Wichita? Scheduling a Men’s Health Check-up is easy at HealthCore Clinic. You can call us at (316) 691-0249<\/a> or request an appointment using our online form<\/a>. If you have specific things you want to discuss with your medical provider, please tell us in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
(Congressional Record, H3905-H3906, May 24, 1994)<\/p>\n\n\n\nAlcohol Risks<\/em> to Men\u2019s Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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How<\/em> Heart Disease Affects Men<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Symptoms of<\/em> Heart Disease<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Heart Disease Risks<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
How <\/em>to Reduce Risk of Heart Disease<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Who <\/em>is at Risk for Prostate Cancer?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Prostate Cancer Symptoms<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
How<\/em> to Reduce Risk of Prostate Cancer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
When<\/em> Should Men Get Health Check Ups?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhat<\/em> to Expect at a Men’s Health Check-up?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
How to Schedule<\/em> Men\u2019s Health Check-Ups<\/h2>\n\n\n\n