NOVEMBER 2013 - Men's Health

Most men don’t want to admit they have a health issue and tend to let what ever is going on linger on and feel they would be wasting their GP’s time on trivial or potentially  embarrassing problems.  “It’s not bad enough to see a doctor”

The top 10 leading causes of death in Australian men are;

1. Heart disease  2. Smoking (lung disease)  3. Stroke   4. Prostate Cancer   5. Bowl Cancer   6. Suicide  7. Diabetes   8. Pneumonia and the Flu 9. Car accidents  10. Dementia

MEN, there’s a better chance to overcome or catch health issues before they overtake if you just get regular check ups as this will ensure you stay on top of your GAME!

Lets now take a walk along the ‘wonder years’ timeline to determine and outline some of the tests to undertake throughout your life. For more information, discuss with your GP.

Are you approaching your 20’s………………………….

MAIN HEALTH CONCERNS

· Influences: Smoking, Alcohol, Drugs

· Mental illness, Depression, Emotional issues

HEALTH CHECK-UPS SHOULD INCLUDE THESE TESTS

ü Skin Examination for Sun Spots

ü Tests for Sexually transmitted diseases

Are you approaching your 30’s………………………….

MAIN HEALTH CONCERNS

· Begin thinking about preventing Prostate Cancer

· Staying Fit and Healthy

· Being Sun Smart

HEALTH CHECK-UPS SHOULD INCLUDE THESE TESTS

ü Weight & Blood Pressure

ü Blood Cholesterol

ü Blood Glucose

ü Skin Cancer Screening

ü Self Examination of the Testicles for lumps & swelling

Are you approaching your 40’s…………………

MAIN HEALTH CONCERNS

· Increased risk of Chronic Diseases i.e. Heart Disease Stroke, Heart Attack – Stress related Illnesses

HEALTH CHECK-UPS SHOULD INCLUDE THESE TESTS

ü Eye Checks

ü Bowel Cancer Screening

ü Tetanus Booster

ü Prostate Check

ü All those mentioned previously

ü Sleep Test (Sleep Apnea)

Are you approaching your 50’s…………………

MAIN HEALTH CONCERNS

· Mobility may decrease

· Lack of Exercise

· Increased risk of Chronic Diseases

HEALTH CHECK-UPS SHOULD INCLUDE THESE TESTS

ü Digital Rectal Examination (DRE)

ü Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA)

ü All those listed previously