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 Health in your twenties...

A lot happens between the ages of 15 and 29. It is a period of transition physically, emotionally and socially, from childhood to adulthood and from education into work.
For many men this period in life can present a number of challenges. Such life challenges can increase your likelihood of being susceptible to a group of health risks. The main ones for your age group are: vulnerability to certain mental illnesses, harmful alcohol, tobacco and other drug use, self-harm and suicide, sexually transmitted diseases, and injuries caused by car accidents.
It is a time when men often challenge themselves, those around them and the environments in which they live to understand and test their skills and abilities. This also means that many of the health risks that you face are under your direct control.

Take Action!
a.  If you don’t already have one, find a GP who you feel comfortable talking to.
b. Tell your GP about your families medical history
c.  Have checks for your weight, blood pressure, skin, cholesterol levels and diabetes risk.

You may also want your doctor to review:
•    A flu shot
•    A talk about any emotional issues you’re thinking about.
•    Self-examination of testicles for lumps.

You can help yourself, too. Stop smoking, drink moderately, maintain a healthy weight and seek help for relationship problems. Through their teenage years many men are physically active. Keep it up!

And keep an eye on:
•    Weight
•    Amount of exercise,
•    Skin (for skin cancer)
•    Testicles for lumps

But most of all go out, have fun, travel the world, but keep safe! (right message – diff. words..)
 

Health in your thirties...

You’re probably pretty busy right now – perhaps establishing yourself at work, developing a relationship, maybe starting a family or paying-off a house. A quick check-up with a GP will cover a few essentials to ensure you keep feeling energetic and on top of your game. Keep playing your sport, as it’s a great way to stay fit, keep your weight under control and catch up with mates.

Take Action!
• If you don’t already have one, find a GP who you feel comfortable talking to.
• Tell your GP about your family’s medical history
• Have checks for your:

a.  Weight,
b.  Blood pressure
c.  Skin (screening for skin cancer)
d.  Cholesterol levels,
e.  Diabetes risk.

You can help yourself, too. Stop smoking, drink moderately, keep active, maintain a healthy weight and seek help for relationship problems. With the risk of heart disease and high blood pressure increasing with age, you can make sure you have your blood pressure and fasting blood cholesterol and fats measured regularly.
If they are within normal limits, a re-check every other year will be enough to keep a watchful eye on things. If they are creeping up a little, your doctor will be able to advise you of appropriate lifestyle changes plus when to come back again for a review.

You may also want to consider:
• A flu shot
• A talk about any emotional issues you’re thinking about.
• Self-examination of testicles for lumps.

And keep an eye on:
a.  Weight
b.  Amount of exercise,
c.  Skin (for skin cancer)
d.  Alcohol intake

Remember, the way you live now, is going to directly affect the way you age. Abuse your body now and you may not notice. In 10 years’ time, chances are you’ll start to pay the price.
 

Health in your forties...

So, you’ve been working hard for a long time and you’re expected to be at your most productive. Are you spending extra time at work, missing your kids and forfeiting a run or a bike ride on weekends?
Partners, friends and ageing parents may all be after a piece of you. If you are worried about the pace, now is a great time to make changes so you live a healthier, more balanced life.

Take Action:
a.  If you don’t already have one, find a GP who you feel comfortable talking to.
b.  An annual visit to your GP is a great idea to ensure your body is behaving. Any problems can be picked up early. Not necessarily because you are sick but because, compared with ten years ago, you will benefit from a little more care and attention to make sure you don’t become sick.
c.  Have checks for your weight, blood pressure, skin check (screening for skin cancer), cholesterol levels and diabetes risk.

For example, symptoms related to diseases of the heart and blood vessels generally develop gradually, even if you only become aware of them much more suddenly. A regular check of blood pressure, blood cholesterol and fats, and even blood glucose can keep you confident that all is well, and the doctor will check your wellbeing against past results.
You may also want to consider:
•    A flu shot
•    Blood tests to check kidney and liver function, and iron levels
•    Bone density as recommended as GP
•    Hearing and vision
•    Self-examination of testicles for lumps.
•    A talk about any emotional issues you’re thinking about.


And, keep an eye on:
•   Weight,
•   Amount of exercise
•    Alcohol intake

Remember, friends and family won’t appreciate all the hard work you’re putting in if you’re not around in ten years to enjoy the rewards. Take time out and spend time with friends and family….
 

Health in your fifties

When you reach your 50s, you may be as busy as ever, or it may be a time to reap the rewards of your hard work and take the pressure off a bit. This can be a great time to take up a new interest or the odd weekend away to rest and revive.
There are hidden risks during this decade. You’re much more at risk of a number of illnesses, especially if you’ve neglected your health in the past. Without doubt, ageing does bring a reduction of some of the things often regarded as typically male, such as physical strength, and libido (sex drive).
Because of the changes in illness risk in your 50’s, it is important for all men to at least review their health with their doctor. Hopefully, you’ll be given a ‘clean bill of health’. Alternatively, your doctor might recommend some further tests to ensure that all is well.

Take Action !
If you don’t already have one, find a GP who you feel comfortable talking to.
Make an annual health check an essential goal each birthday. The doctor will check:
•    Your family history
•    Your weight, blood pressure, skin, cholesterol levels and diabetes risk.

You may also like to consider:
•    A flu shot
•    Blood tests to check kidney and liver function, and iron levels
•    Bone density
•    Hearing and vision
•    Heart and cancer screening
•    Screening for bowel cancer every two years
•    Screening for prostate cancer
•    A talk about any emotional issues you’re thinking about.

And keep an eye on:
•  Weight,
•   Amount of exercise
•    Skin (for skin cancer)
•    Alcohol intake

And remember, don’t smoke, limit alcohol intake, maintain a health weight, keep active. And are you having three alcohol free days per week?
 

Health in your sixties...

Are you still working? Planning to retire? Kids still around? This is a decade of change for many men, when the routines of the past can disappear and you have time to do your own thing.
Most men in their 60s are either in or actively planning for a life outside the workforce. It is a time of significant change in terms of how men spend their time and who they spend it with. How they spend their time has as much to do with their health as any other influences.
So keep moving! A walk each day, a game of golf each week, a hit of tennis – they’re all investments in your long-term mobility and energy levels.
The range of opportunities open to you once full time employment is left behind is far broader if you are in good health!

Take Action!
An annual health check is vital now. Why not book-in on your birthday? The doctor will check:
•    Your family history
•    Your weight, blood pressure, skin, cholesterol levels and diabetes risk.

You may also like to consider:
•    A flu shot
•    Blood tests to check kidney and liver function, and iron levels
•    Bone density
•    Hearing and vision
•    Heart and cancer screening
•    Screening for bowel cancer every two years
•    Screening for prostate cancer
•    A talk about any emotional issues you’re thinking about.


And keep an eye on:
•    Weight,
•   Amount of exercise,
•   Skin (for skin cancer)
•    Alcohol intake

Your doctor may discuss other tests relevant to your own history. Keep on top of your health and you’ll be insuring to your future. Got your retirement finances under control? What about your health?
 

Health in your seventies...

You probably have worked out by now that your lifestyle is directly affected by your health, and it is vital to do all you can to maximise your wellbeing. As always, it is important to maintain relationships with family and friends, and for many, work is still an important part of life.
Not only is it possible to increase the number of years you live beyond seventy, it is equally possible to be more productive and energetic across these years. Keeping in touch with your GP is vital now to achieve this.
The great benefit of this is, of course, the increased opportunity to stay involved in a meaningful way with friends, family and even work, if it is your preference.

Take Action!
An annual health check is vital now. Why not book-in on your birthday? The doctor will check:
•    Your family history
•    Your weight
•    Blood pressure
•    Skin check (screening for skin cancer)
•    Cholesterol levels
•    Test for diabetes (fasting blood sugar)

You may also like to consider:
•    A flu shot
•    Blood tests to check kidney and liver function, and iron levels
•    Bone density
•    Hearing and vision
•    Heart and cancer screening
•    Screening for bowel cancer every two years
•    Screening for prostate cancer
•    A talk about any emotional issues you’re thinking about.


And keep an eye on:
•   Weight,
•   Amount of exercise
•   Blood pressure.

But most of all live life well, enjoy the ride and take care of yourself.

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