Mental Health Week is taking place from the 8th - 12th October in Ireland this year.  The theme is 'Young People and Mental Health in a Changing World'.  See Change has partnered with Mental Health Ireland and St. Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin to host an event in the Cathedral to launch the week.  This will take place on Friday 5th October 2018 at 7.00pm, and will include guest speakers, information on support services available, and access to the 'Look Beyond' exhibition.  This event is free and open to everyone.  For more information, visit: https://gallery.mailchimp.com/6801c5ffebc98d6478c0e34e3/images/2e1270bd-470c-4315-b76e-129a767eb3a8.jpg

Men in the WHO European Region are living healthier and longer lives than before.  The Region is setting an example through an impressive reduction of premature mortality from non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and is likely to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals target on reducing premature mortality from NCDs by one third earlier than 2030.  Despite this, too many men die young in the Region.  Although life expectancy of men has steadily increased in all countries in recent decades, there is still up to 17 years difference between the lowest and highest-ranking countries, and within-country differences remain large.  The higher risk for premature mortality for men compared to women, and the large differences among men, is not news.  In fact, it has been observed in many countries for so long now that it is almost considered a natural phenomenon.  However, it is not, and should not be regarded as such. This report goes behind the data to investigate the causes of the differences in more detail.  Download a copy at: www.euro.who.int/__data/assets/pdf_file/0007/380716/mhr-report-eng.pdf

Parenting NI invites you to an event titled 'Making Parenting Work' led by Josh Levs which will focus on men, modern parenthood, and gender equality.  This seminar will address: how businesses can engage men on issues of gender equality and diversity; how equal caregiving options attract and retain the best employees; how to support both male and female employees who seek work-life balance; proven methods to achieve all of this while lifting profits.  This event will take place in Windsor Park Football Stadium, Belfast, on Monday 22nd October 2018, from 9.00am - 11.30am.  The cost (£25.00) includes breakfast and an optional tour of the stadium.  For more information, or to book a place, contact Maria on Tel: 02890 310891 or Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Are you a man who wants to start looking after your health more? …  If so, this free programme offers: weekly health information talks; physical activity sessions; dedicated staff to support you with your goals; health checks.  It will run for eight weeks - every Thursday at 7.00pm, from 1st November - 20th December 2018.  It will be held in Ardmore Recreation Centre, Armagh City, Co. Armagh.  If you are interested in hearing more, contact Mark Doran, Health Improvement Officer, Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council, at Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The Rainbow Project's Gay and Bi Dads' Group aims to provide gay and bisexual men - who may be married or who are still not out - with a safe and confidential space to meet with other men in similar situations.  The group meets monthly, from 7.00pm - 9.00pm, and offers: support and advice on coming out; managing family life as a gay or bisexual man; an opportunity to talk openly and safely about being either a gay or bisexual man.  For more details, Tel: 02890 319030 or Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

It is important for employers and employees to know about their legislative rights and responsibilities in relation to mental health at work.  The EAP Institute is organising three seminars across Ireland to explore ‘Designing Employee Support Services for Workplace Mental Health’.  These will take place on Thursday 31st January 2019 (Dublin), Thursday 28th February 2019 (Kilkenny) and Thursday 21st March 2019 (Galway).  Full details can be found at: www.eapinstitute.com/documents/EmployeeSupportServices2019.pdf

Did you know that it’s Mouth Cancer Awareness Day on Wednesday 19th September 2018? … With links between gum disease, diabetes, cancer and cardiovascular disease, it has never been more important to take care of your teeth and gums.  This checklist - from the Dental Health Foundation Ireland and the Irish Men's Sheds Association - offers practical tips on what you can do to improve your oral health: www.mhfi.org/DentalHealth.pdf

The Institute of Public Health in Ireland (IPH) promotes cooperation for public health on the island of Ireland.  IPH is seeking to recruit a Public Health Policy Officer who will contribute to improving population health and reducing health inequalities across the island.  This position will involve: working as part of an all-island policy team; policy design and development; policy reviews and evaluations; quantitative, qualitative and mixed method research projects; co-operation on the design, delivery and review of public health policies and programmes on the island of Ireland; working collaboratively with policy stakeholders on a North/South basis, across the UK and at European level.  Applicants must submit their completed application form by 5.00pm on Monday 24th September 2018.  Full details are available at: www.publichealth.ie/jobs