Society’s expectations of gender roles are having a negative impact on men’s mental health. Men are encouraged to tough things out and often neglect to
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Do you check yourself? We ask three men
Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in young men. According to Cancer Research UK there are more than six new cases everyday. Macmillan Cancer
Navigating conversations about mental health
There’s still a stigma around men’s mental health and it might be daunting to approach someone who seems to be going through a rough patch,
Let’s talk about male suicide
Suicide is often a taboo discussion point, given the triggering nature of the subject. But as with men’s mental health generally, discussions about male suicide,
Organisations that support mental health in Kingston
Whilst awareness around mental health has increased over the years, there are still issues surrounding men’s mental health and how to address it. Though mental
Mental health: How to support those around you
Men are currently experiencing a friendship recession. Loneliness is on the rise and the UK government is starting to recognise it as a “pressing health
The shocking facts about male suicide
November marks Men’s Health Awareness month – a time meant to draw attention to the mental and physical health challenges facing men, and strip away
‘Don’t delay, go and get it checked out’ – The male experience of diabetes
“I was constantly thirsty… up four or five times a night to go to the toilet… so I knew something was wrong. Diabetes runs in
Calls for a men’s health strategy in England
Informed by the Men’s Health Forum charity campaign calling for a UK-wide strategy for men’s health, an all-party parliamentary group on issues affecting men and boys concluded
The signs and symptoms that someone could be in distress
Knowing the signs and symptoms that someone could be in distress could save the life of someone around you. Knowing what to look out for
