Supporting the designation of the week of June 9 through June 15, 2025, as "National Men's Health Week".

Key Points

• This resolution officially supports naming the second week of June as National Men's Health Week. It asks the government to help spread the word about health issues that mainly affect men and boys, such as heart disease and various types of cancer.
• Men in the United States live about five years less than women on average. The resolution points out that men are much less likely than women to go to the doctor for regular checkups, often waiting until a health problem becomes serious before seeking help.
• The effort focuses on encouraging men to get screened for heart disease, diabetes, and cancers like prostate and colorectal cancer. It highlights that certain groups, including African American and Hispanic men, face higher risks for chronic diseases and lower life expectancy.
• By raising awareness, the goal is to catch health problems early when they are easier to treat. Simple tests for blood pressure, cholesterol, and specific cancers can often lead to a nearly 100 percent survival rate if issues are found in time.

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