In conjunction with National Men’s Health Week, observed June 14 to 20, we are featuring Web sites that deal specifically with men’s health concerns. From diet and exercise questions to treatments and preventative measures, make sure to incorporate these easy-to-navigate sites into your daily web-surfing routine.
WWW.menshealthweek.org
This resource, which can also be accessed through the Men’s Health Network, is a great way to find out more about men’s health activities around the world and in your neighborhood. Screening guidelines are available in a printable format, so you can stay up-to-date on health details before your next trip to the doctor. According to the National Men’s Health Week organization, this week-long observance is designed “to heighten awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys.”
WWW.menshealth.com
Take quizzes, learn about proven weight-loss tactics and get answers to a variety of health inquiries at this national magazine’s Web site. Aside from its trademark health bulletins, there is a special health section allowing visitors to calculate their risk of disease by answering simple questions about family health history. This feature is meant to showcase the odds of developing chronic diseases and help visitors lower their risk through lifestyle and dietary modifications. The nutrition section is also a great resource for current news, recipes and much more.
WWW.menshealthnetwork.org
This nonprofit educational organization was founded in 1992 and the mission of its members — writers, physicians and other health professionals — is to make a positive contribution by maintaining reliable health resources for men. Here you can find links to other Web sites covering a range of health interests and even submit your own site discoveries for other users to peruse. Also, visit the online store, where educational materials and a variety of merchandise pertaining to men’s health can be purchased. Finally, this is a great resource for upcoming men’s health conferences.
WWW.mensfitness.com
Find tips for eating right on the job or great ways to stay in shape when cramped for time. The major strength of this site is its wealth of usable information that can be passed on quickly and easily. For example, the fitness section contains lists of different exercises, all of which are creatively effective when considering most mens’ lifestyles. And each workout offers detailed descriptions and clear photos to ensure proper form. There is even a diagnostic test visitors can take to see where they are physically before they begin a particular routine.
