Men's Health Month Begins with Record Proclamations, AP News Coverage, & National Momentum for Men's HealthFounded in 1994 through the leadership of MHN, MHM has grown from an awareness initiative into an annual observance recognized by healthcare organizations, employers, advocacy groups, policymakers, educators, community leaders, faith organizations, & families throughout the U.S. & beyond. This year's theme is: Partners in Care: Advancing Men's Health Through Connection, Education, & Advocacy Across the Lifespan — for Better Lifespans The theme recognizes that men's health does not happen in isolation. Health outcomes are shaped by relationships with partners, spouses, caregivers, friends, healthcare providers, employers, coaches, educators, & communities. When men are supported through connection, education, advocacy, & empathy, everyone benefits. Record-Breaking Proclamations As of June 1, more than 105 proclamations have been issued recognizing MHM, officially surpassing the previous record of 100 proclamations achieved during 2025. The proclamations include recognition from states, counties, cities, municipalities, tribal communities, & local governments. Additional proclamations are expected. "This year's demonstrates that the conversation around men's health is expanding," said Jennifer Thompson, VP for MHN. "Communities are recognizing that men face unique health challenges, that prevention matters, & that supporting men's health strengthens families, workplaces, & communities." A Public Health Issue That Impacts Everyone Men in the U.S. die 6 years earlier & experience higher mortality rates. Heart disease, cancer, diabetes, suicide, workplace injuries, substance use, & conditions. Growing Policy Momentum Men's Health Month 2026 arrives amid national conversations surrounding men's health policy & health access. Recent H.R. 7602, the State of Men's Health Act (https://www.congress.gov/ Important Dates During MHM 2026 - MHM (https://www.MensHealthMonth.org): - IMHW: (https://www.MensHealthMonth.org/ Wear Blue Fridays Individuals, organizations, workplaces, & communities are encouraged to participate in Wear Blue (https://wearblueformenshealth.com/) Father's Day - June 21, 2026 Support MHM (https://www.MensHealthMonth.org):
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