The Final Countdown Begins

We’re now only weeks away from International Men's Health Week (MHW), which begins on Monday 14th June and runs until Sunday 20th June 2021 (Father’s Day).

2021 has already been an exceptional year in many ways.  The island of Ireland continues to wrestle with the global COVID-19 pandemic.  Individuals across the country are trying to re-build their lives, relationships, jobs, finances, physical health, emotional resilience, networks, routines etc.  Some people are still living with trauma and bereavement.  Others are having to re-focus their priorities.  Everyone's mental health has been impacted to some degree.

This is why the theme chosen for Men's Health Week 2021 is 'MAKING THE CONNECTIONS' and the call to action is:

1. CHECK IN with yourself to see how you are coping / feeling, and to identify any health worries that you might have.
2. CHECK UP on your family, friends, neighbours, colleagues to see how they’re doing and to offer support.
3. If you notice anything worrying or which needs medical attention, CHECK IT OUT and seek information / help / support / treatment as soon as possible.

As always, the overarching aims of MHW are to:

     -  Heighten awareness of preventable health problems for males of all ages.
     -  Support men and boys to engage in healthier lifestyle choices and activities.
     -  Encourage the early detection and treatment of health difficulties in males.

However, any and all activities / actions to mark this occasion are very welcome.

To find out more about the week, visit: www.mhfi.org/mhw/mhw-2021.html