National Men’s Health Week, June 9 -15, purpose is to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys.
Did You Know?
• 29 million men have high blood pressure
• 50 million men have high cholesterol
• 8 million men have diabetes
• One in six men will develop prostate cancer over their lifetime
Overall, the life expectancy of an American male has declined in recent years. Men are procrastinators in making wellness visits to their physician and when they do seek medical advice, they are more likely to cancel follow-up appointments, more likely to play down the severity of symptoms and less likely to finish prescriptions.
On June 15, Dr. Matt Jackson will present a program regarding the importance of good health. This program will be held in the Harris Hospital community room beginning at noon. Seating is limited; contact Margaret Goodman, 870-512-3030 or Sherry Bradley, 870-512-3081 for reservations. Lunch will be provided.
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National Men’s Health Week, June 9 -15, purpose is to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys.
Did You Know?
• 29 million men have high blood pressure
• 50 million men have high cholesterol
• 8 million men have diabetes
• One in six men will develop prostate cancer over their lifetime
Overall, the life expectancy of an American male has declined in recent years. Men are procrastinators in making wellness visits to their physician and when they do seek medical advice, they are more likely to cancel follow-up appointments, more likely to play down the severity of symptoms and less likely to finish prescriptions.
On June 15, Dr. Matt Jackson will present a program regarding the importance of good health. This program will be held in the Harris Hospital community room beginning at noon. Seating is limited; contact Margaret Goodman, 870-512-3030 or Sherry Bradley, 870-512-3081 for reservations. Lunch will be provided.
