Looking After Your Health
Men are often less likely to visit the doctor, talk about health concerns, or attend screening appointments. But catching problems early makes a real difference.
This hub provides straightforward information on the health topics that matter most to men — written in plain English by an NHS GP.
1 in 8
men in the UK will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime
Health Topics
Plain-English guides to common men's health issues
Prostate Health
Enlarged prostate, PSA testing, and prostate cancer awareness
Read guide →Testicular Health
Self-examination, lumps, and testicular cancer
Read guide →Erectile Dysfunction
Causes, treatments, and the link to heart health
Read guide →Mental Health
Depression, anxiety, and breaking down barriers to help
Read guide →Testosterone
Low testosterone symptoms and when treatment helps
Read guide →Health Checks
What screening and tests men should have by age
Read guide →Why Men's Health Matters
- Men die younger — On average, men in the UK die 3.5 years earlier than women
- 3 in 4 suicides are men — yet men are less likely to seek mental health support
- Prostate cancer is now the most common cancer in the UK
- Early detection saves lives — Many conditions are treatable when caught early
- It's okay to ask for help — Talking to a GP about health concerns is a sign of strength