Men encouraged to stay on top of screenings, preventive care
KSL TV 5 • • health
Key Points:
- Chris Sullivan, an Eagle Mountain resident, discovered a tumor attached to his appendix after initially thinking a hip injury was minor; early detection allowed successful treatment and remission.
- June is Men’s Health Month, emphasizing the importance of preventive care and regular health screenings to catch conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, and various cancers early.
- Dr. Franz Monroy advises men to establish care with a primary physician, stay current on screenings, and monitor both physical and mental health changes to maintain long-term well-being.
- Men are encouraged to keep up with routine screenings such as blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, skin cancer, STI testing, and to perform monthly testicular self-exams; colon cancer screenings start at age 45, prostate screenings around age 50.
- Maintaining regular exercise, a healthy diet, and staying updated on vaccines for influenza, hepatitis, pneumonia, and shingles are also key recommendations for men’s health.