Staying active

What are the issues for men?

Statistics show that proportionally men die earlier than women in all age groups.

Men’s health remains poor and has actually deteriorated over the past thirty years

Average male life expectancy at birth is just 75 and‚ in some areas and among certain groups of men‚ it is five or six years lower.

Facts and figures on men’s health

• On average men in the UK visit their GP 40% less than women
• The incidence of prostate cancer has increased over 135% in England and Wales since 1971
• The number of men with testicular cancer has more than doubled in England and Wales since 1971
• The proportion of men who are obese has more than tripled in England since 1980
• The proportion of men who are overweight has increased by one-third
• There is a higher incidence of prostate cancer in black men than their
  white counterparts

Do you want to look and feel healthier?

It’s not as difficult as you might think. Most people can feel better without the need to dramatically change their lifestyles.

Some basic tips on health improvement:

• Watch your weight
• It’s OK to enjoy a drink‚ but be sensible
• Give up smoking
• Enjoy a balanced diet‚ with plenty of fruit and vegetables
• Build regular physical activity into your life
• Take time to relax and enjoy yourself
• See your GP sooner rather than later if you think something is wrong

Further information

For more men's health information please download our leaflet at the top right corner of this screen.