Why Men’s Health 2025 Matters More Than Ever

Every year, Men’s Health Week offers a crucial reminder: men are still dying too young, too often, and in too much silence.

This year, from June 10th to 16th, the spotlight is on how men continue to face preventable health crises. From untreated mental health issues to delayed diagnoses of life-threatening diseases, Men’s Health 2025 has been a call to action we can’t afford to ignore.

From heart disease, mental health, to prostate conditions, and many serious health issues can be managed or even prevented when detected early.

The Reality of Men's Health: Men Are Still Struggling

At Global Villaje Media, we’ve seen the toll that silent suffering takes on men’s lives. Whether it’s hiding pain out of pride, ignoring symptoms, or pushing through burnout, the consequences are clear:

• 1 in 5 men die before age 65 (Men’s Health Forum)

• Suicide is the leading cause of death for men under 35, accounting for 4 in 5 cases in the UK (UK Parliament)

• 50% of men report mental health struggles, but fewer than half seek help (BUPA Wellbeing Index)

• Men face higher risks of heart disease, diabetes, and many cancers—especially in lower-income communities

• Black men usually face disproportionate challenges in mental health, access to care, and suicide rates

This isn’t just about individual health—it’s a systemic crisis. And for many men, the fear of appearing weak is costing them their lives.

Why Men’s Health Deserves Urgent Attention

The statistics are staggering, but they don’t have to stay this way. Men’s health lags behind women’s in nearly every major category—from life expectancy to early detection rates.

In 2015, the World Health Organization reported that men globally live 4.7 years less than women on average. Part of the reason? Men often wait too long to seek help. They’re also more vulnerable to the damaging effects of social isolation, especially in older age, and suffer in silence due to deeply rooted cultural expectations of “masculinity.”

The consequences? Missed warning signs. Late diagnoses. Emotional and physical burnout.

What Men’s Health 2025 Focuses On

This year’s campaign isn’t just about problems—it’s about identifying and providing solutions. Here’s how we can help men lead longer, healthier lives:

Prioritise Routine Health Screenings

From PSA tests to cholesterol checks, early detection saves lives. NHS initiatives may soon bring check-ups to community spaces like gyms and pubs—because health needs to meet men where they are.

Normalise Emotional Health

Talking about mental health isn’t weakness—it’s strength. Whether it’s through a trusted friend, therapist, or a men’s group like Andy’s Man Club, opening up can change lives.

Build Healthy Daily Habits

Men are twice as likely to struggle with alcohol dependency. Regular movement, balanced eating, and restful sleep aren’t luxuries—they’re essential. Reducing tobacco and alcohol use can cut risk factors for many preventable diseases.

Join Supportive Communities

Organisations like Movember, Men’s Health Forum, and Mates in Mind offer vital tools, safe spaces, and shared stories. Health isn’t a solo journey—community matters.

A Story about Men's Health That Hits Close to Home

In a powerful piece published by The Times, Labour MP Clive Efford shared that a routine PSA test saved his life. He felt fine. Had no symptoms. But screening caught the cancer early enough for treatment, and now, he’s urging other men to get checked too.

Stories like Clive’s remind us: early action makes the difference between life and death.

The Role of Global Villaje Media

We are more than a media outlet—we are a movement. At Global Villaje Media, our mission is to promote health literacy, fight health inequalities, and elevate Black health issues that are too often ignored. Men’s Health 2025 is part of that mission.

Together, let’s dismantle the stigma, start the conversations, and build a future where every man can live with strength, support, and dignity.

Your health matters. Your story matters. You matter.