June is Men's Health Month

Did you know that June is men’s health month? So here’s your chance to encourage the men in your life to focus on their health. Heart disease, prostate cancer, hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and colon cancer are all leading causes of death for men of all ages.  

You may ask why we need men’s health month. Well, the reality is men have higher death rates for all 15 leading causes of death (except Alzheimer’s disease) and die more than six years younger. Historically, men know less about health issues and are less likely to see themselves as ill or susceptible to disease.

So during this month, let the men in your life know how important they are to you and make sure these health tasks get addressed:

Schedule health screenings and go.                                                          

 Prevention and early detection can often make the difference between life and death. 

• Cholesterol screening
• Blood pressure check
• Diabetes screening
• Vitamin D test
• Colonoscopy
• Prostate cancer screening

 Visit the dentist

Inflammation of the gums is associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular disease. Maintaining your pearly whites actually decreases your chances of suffering a heart attack. 

Get Moving & Manage Stress

Over 60 percent of the population does not get enough physical activity.  Select activities that will reduce your stress. Now is a great time to review habits and goals (financial, spiritual, relationship, fitness, and career)

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Saturday, June 25, 11 am-5 pm  (http://www.pgparks.com/page32038.aspx)

Second National Day of Reconciliation and Healing                                                  

This event promotes health, safety, and financial well-being. Activities include health screenings, various vendors, canoeing, kayaking, and free boat tours. 

Bladensburg Waterfront Park
4601 Annapolis Road, Bladensburg 20710 

Saturday, June 25, 10 am-4 pm (http://www.pgparks.com/page33897.aspx)

Church Community Health Fair                                                                              

William Beanes Community Center
5108 Dianna Drive, Suitland 20746

Saturdays, June 4-July 23, 9:30 am (http://www.pgparks.com/page33273.aspx)

Wal-Kin' on Sunshine - An 8-week Family Walking Program!

Largo/Kettering/Perrywood Community Center 
431 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro 20774 

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