Men’s Health Month: 10 Ways to Stop Avoiding the Doctor

Let’s be real, a lot of men would rather walk barefoot on Legos than schedule a checkup. But June is Men’s Health Month, and DeTar Healthcare System is using it to remind every stubborn, hard-working, “I’m fine” guy out there that ignoring your health doesn’t make you tough, it just makes things worse.

Taking precautions to prevent serious issues.

Men are still more likely to get hit with things like heart disease, high blood pressure, and cancer. A lot of these health-related issues can be avoided entirely with medical intervention and lifestyle change.

So DeTar dropped a cheat sheet, giving men a simple list to get their health in order.

10 things men can do right now to take control

1. Book that checkup. Even if you feel fine.
2. Get screened. Blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, cancer—know what’s going on.
3. Schedule that colonoscopy. If you're 45+, it’s time.
4. Track your numbers. Blood sugar, cholesterol, BMI.
5. Eat like you care. Veggies, lean proteins, chill on the junk.
6. Move your body. 150 minutes a week—walk, lift, mow the lawn, whatever.
7. Keep a healthy weight. It matters more than you think.
8. Cut tobacco and slow the booze. You already know.
9. Actually, sleep. 7–9 hours. Every night.
10. Take your mental health seriously. Anxiety and burnout aren’t “just stress.”

“Simple choices like showing up for a checkup or going for a walk can make a huge difference,” said Leger.

So, if you’re ready to stop playing medical hide-and-seek, head to www.MyDeTarDoctor.com to find a provider or book your wellness visit.