Men’s health: five good practices to adopt

The Movember Foundation encourages men to attend to their health, not only this November, but throughout the year. Here are some of the best ways men can take care of themselves.

1. Get moving
Regular physical exercise boosts your overall health and wards off a host of medical problems. So get active! Both low-intensity and high-intensity exercise offers an array of benefits; simply choose the type of sport or activity that suits you best. Yoga, hockey, running and swimming are among the many possibilities.

2. Speak up
When times are tough, many men suffer in silence. If you’re feeling anxious or down, talk with someone you can trust. Consider reaching out to a non-profit organization, a counseling center or a mental health service provider nearby.

3. Get informed
Know your family’s medical history: you’ll be able to adopt a lifestyle that keeps potential health problems at bay. In addition, this information will be invaluable to your doctor, as it will give him or her a more complete understanding of your health.

4. Stay connected
Keep in touch with friends and family. This will help to stave off or combat mental health problems like depression and generalized anxiety disorder.

5. See a doctor
Don’t delay in attending to health concerns. If you have symptoms that are worrying you, visit your doctor right way. In the case of a serious illness, an early diagnosis can significantly increase your chances of making a full recovery.

To learn more about the Movember Foundation and about men’s health, visit the site movember.com.