Men's Health Week - day five

The Men’s Health Week continues with another challenge to embrace the journey towards better health.

Men’s health promotion plays a crucial role in setting a positive example for future generations. By embracing healthy habits and engaging in preventative care, men can inspire younger individuals to prioritise their own well-being and start conversations, creating a ripple effect of improved health across communities.

Challenge: Limit screen time, especially during leisure hours. Keep specific periods for device free activities such as reading, engaging in hobbies and spending time outdoors. Practice stress management techniques, such as deep breathing exercises, mediation, yoga or mindfulness – don’t forgot to use Headspace app. Commit to 15-20 mins daily if you can.

Headspace, the mindfulness and meditation app, is available for employees across NHS to download free of charge. Headspace resources are also available for all to access from their YouTube. 

 

Previous challenges:

Day one

Day two

Day three

Day four

 

We would like to remind everyone that Wellbeing support is available to those who need it.

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
You, or your immediate family, can contact the EAP to discuss all types of personal issues (financial, parenting, caring and so on), on a confidential basis. Call the Employee Assistance Programme on 0808 196 2374.

24 hour 'In-Crisis' Support Line
When life gets too tough: you don’t know what to do or who to turn to, call the 24 hour 'In-Crisis' Line on 0300 373 0898.

Mind
The mental health charity has a number of resources which you can access on the link above. 

Anxiety UK
Advice and support for people living with anxiety. Call the helpline on 03444 775 774.

Some online resources:

Men's Health Forum

Men and mental health | Mental Health Foundation

Samaritans

Prostate Cancer UK

 

If you would like to join the Men’s Wellbeing Network, or would like to find out more, please email MWN@eastamb.nhs.uk or visit the Men’s Wellbeing Network East24 page.

Wishing you a healthy and fulfilling Men’s health Week and beyond.

Men’s Wellbeing Network

Published 16th June 2023