Stay on top of your game by havingan annual general health check. Early detection of disease and mental illness provides the best chance for catching things early and preventing complications and side effects.

20’s

Your 20s are an awesome and challenging time. A time of transition to adulthood and independence, having fun and taking risks.You start work and move into your own home. It’s probably also the fittest time of your life, so it’s hard to imagine getting sick.

But taking control of your life means taking care of your health. A healthy lifestyle now will pay later on. So, have the time of your life, but be aware that many of the health issues affecting young men are largely self-inflicted – too much booze, smoking and drugs, sexually transmitted diseases and injuries caused by car accidents.

Young men are also particularly vulnerable to depression and anxiety. Listen to what your friends are saying without judging them, take time to talk about what’s going on, and seek help early.

If you don’t have a family GP, find a doctor you feel comfortable talking to and have an annual health check. Don’t forget you can also talk to your GP about your mental health.

30’s

Your 30s are a busy and exciting time.

You might be building a career, developing relationships, starting a family or paying off your first home.

You are still pretty fit, but the way you live your life now will directly affect the way you age. You may not notice the effects of abusing your body during your 30s, but in 10 years time you could be paying the price.

A quick check-up with a GP will make sure you are staying on top of your game.

Check your blood pressure, blood cholesterol and fat levels, as the risk of heart disease and high blood pressure increases with age.

Your mental health is also important.

If you’re often feeling down, anxious or uptight, it’s important that you talk to your doctor. Depression and anxiety are illnesses, not weaknesses, and you shouldn’t feel ashamed to ask for help.

Your birthday is a good reminder to have your annual check-up. Your doctor can recommend changes to help you stay healthy, physically and mentally.

HEALTH CHECK
Weight and blood pressure
Blood cholesterol and glucose
Skin cancer screening
Self examination of the testicles for lumps or swelling
Depression and anxiety

40’s

Are you working too hard, spending extra time at work, feeling less productive,missing your kids, and always too busy or exhausted to exercise on weekends? Is the pace of life starting to take its toll?

In your 40s, it can be harder juggling the demands of work and family and the needs of ageing parents might be adding to the pressure. It’s getting harder to do what you used to as your body starts to remind you of your age.

Strike a healthier work-life balance.

You want to be around in 10 years to enjoy the rewards of the hard work you are putting in now. Look after your mental health – depression and anxiety are common in men. It’s important to seek help early – the sooner the better.

In your 40s, your body needs more care and attention to prevent you getting sick.

Annual health checks can pick up any problems early.

Diseases of the heart and blood vessels generally develop gradually.

If you have a family history of prostate or bowel cancer, talk to your GP about what screening is appropriate for you.

HEALTH CHECK
Weight and blood pressure
Blood cholesterol and glucose (diabetes)
Blood tests to check
kidney/liver function and iron
Skin cancer screening
Self examination of the testicles for lumps
Depression and anxiety

50’s

Are you as busy as ever or is it time to take the pressure off a little and reap the rewards of your hard work?

Your 50s are often described as your prime, when you can appreciate the finer things in life. But health risks increase in your 50s, especially if you have neglected your health in the past. There may be hidden risks associated with your family history for diseases such as prostate cancer.

You may also find it challenging as ageing is gradually affecting your physical strength,energy and libido, which can mess with your sense of self and masculinity.

Have an annual health check to get the all-clear and speak to your doctor about any health or emotional concerns.

Remember to look after your mental health.

Help is available for depression and anxiety and with the right treatment, most people recover.

It is also vital to talk to your GP about prostate cancer and consider the available tests – the Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA)

Blood test and Digital Rectal Examination (DRE) – to determine what is right for you.

HEALTH CHECK
Weight and blood pressure
Blood cholesterol
and glucose (diabetes)
Eye checks
Bowel cancer screening
Tetanus booster (every 10 years)
Blood tests to check
kidney/liver function and iron
Depression and anxiety
Talk to your GP aboutprostate cancer'''

60’s

Your 60s is a decade of major change.

Are you still working? Planning to retire?

Kids all left home? Most men are planning a life outside the workforce. Past routines disappear and you have more time to do your own thing yet this can be a challenge in itself.

By now, you may have financial peace of mind, but how healthy you are ultimately determines what you can do with your newfound time off. Good health means greater opportunities to enjoy your retirement, travel and spend time with your grandchildren.

Even if you haven’t looked after your health as well as you should have, it’s never too late to make healthy lifestyle changes.

Exercise is a good investment in your long-term mobility and energy levels.

Retiring from work can take some adjustment. It is important to stay active, exercise and build social networks to maintain wellbeing and mental health.

Have an annual health check and speak to your doctor about any concerns. It is also important to talk to your GP about your mental health.

If you’re withdrawing from family, friends and social situations, stressing over small things or you find yourself smoking or drinking more heavily, it could be a sign of depression or anxiety. If you notice any changes in your body or how you’re feeling,
let your doctor know.

It is also vital to talk to your GP about prostate cancer and consider the available tests – the Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) Blood test and Digital Rectal Examination (DRE) – to determine what is right for you.

HEALTH CHECK
Weight and blood pressure
Blood cholesterol and glucose (diabetes)
Eye checks for glaucoma and other conditions
Bowel cancer screening
Flu shot
Pneumonia vaccine (from 65)
Bone density
Blood tests to check
kidney/liver function and iron
Depression and anxiety
Talk to your GP about prostate cancer

70’s

By now you’ve worked out that your lifestyle is directly affected by the state of your health. You need to maximise your wellbeing in order to stay active, maintain relationships with family and friends or even do some work. The risks for heart disease and stroke, plus cancer and mental illness increase for many men throughout this decade of life.

It can also be hard dealing with an ageing body and the stress of illness, lost independence, increased frailty, alienation mental decline and partners and mates dying. Remember, depression is not a normal part of ageing. Keep an eye on signs and symptoms, stay active and connected to keep depression and anxiety at bay.

It’s never too late to improve your diet, get fit, find new interests, make new friends and stay healthy, productive and energetic – well beyond 70.

Keep in touch with your GP to stay on top of your health, and don’t forget to look after and talk about your mental health. It is also vital to talk to your GP about prostate cancer and consider the available tests – the Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) Blood test and Digital Rectal Examination (DRE) - to determine what is right for you.

HEALTH CHECK
Weight and blood pressure
Blood cholesterol
and glucose (diabetes)
Eye checks for glaucomaand other conditions
Bowel cancer screening
Flu shot
Pneumonia vaccine (from 65)
Bone density
Blood tests to check
kidney/liver function and iron
Depression and anxiety
Talk to your GP aboutprostate cancer

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