2024-09-14 23:20:04
Them men’s health It is a basic part of all men, although not everyone is aware enough. In fact, one thing that is surprising is that even between generations there are noticeable differences. But then which ones take better care of themselves?
To get the answer there is research Say It: The Importance of Men’s Health prepared by the Cleveland Clinic. This 2024 edition includes the collaboration of 1,000 men aged 18 or older. The study aims to address the fact that men often do not talk about their health problems or take steps to prevent them.
Men’s health: Who takes care of themselves better?
The results of the study show the health priorities and concerns men have. However, generational differences have emerged in physical and mental health attitudes, and in the use of social networks as a source of information about their care.
Although 95% of the men surveyed confirmed that having a healthy lifestyle is their priority, the results show that there are different attitudes related to their physical well-being among different generations.
Smoking is low among millennials and generation Z
The study included members of generation Z (between 1997 and 2005); to millennials (between 1981 and 1996); to those of generation X (between 1965 and 1980) and to the boomers (born before 1965). Below are some of the men’s trends observed in the study.
- Get an annual physical exam: (61% among Gen X and Boomers vs. 32% among Millennials and Gen Z)
- Avoid smoking or vaping: (60% in Gen X and Boomers vs. 43% in Millennials and Gen Z)
- Address mental health: (53% Gen X and Boomers vs. 59% Millennials and Gen Z)
Nearly two out of five Gen Z men do not have a primary care provider in place. Because of this, many in this generation say they haven’t had their blood pressure, cholesterol, or body mass index (BMI) measured or aren’t sure if they’ve had their weight measured.
“It is important to monitor key indicators in men, such as blood pressure, cholesterol, and sexual health concerns,” said Petar Bajic, director of the Center for Men’s Health, because we know that these things can often refers to more serious health conditions. at the Cleveland Clinic.
Many men are afraid of cancer
The results also show that many men are afraid of having cancer (74%), but screening rates and awareness rates are low.
A third of boomers and Gen Xers who are eligible for colorectal cancer screening have not received, or are not sure they have received, a screening test.
Similarly, a quarter of men at average risk of prostate cancer (over 50 years old) have not undergone, or are not sure if they have undergone, an oncological screening test.
The men’s health survey also asked participants where they got information about their care. Although all generations agree that health care providers are the primary source of health information and advice, the use of other sources varies by age.
For example, Gen Z men are more likely to receive advice on social media (33%), compared to 5% of boomers.
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