mens-health-week-2025

Rose Mabiza

22-02-2024

Men's Health Week 2025

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Shoulder-to-shoulder: Connecting for health

From 9 to 15 June 2025, the world comes together to observe Men’s Health Week, a pivotal awareness initiative that focuses on the often-overlooked physical, emotional, and mental health issues affecting men and boys. This year’s theme, “Shoulder-to-shoulder: Connecting for health”, encourages men to lean on one another, strengthen bonds, and create meaningful support systems that promote lifelong well-being.

In a world where societal expectations often discourage vulnerability, this year’s campaign calls for solidarity, not only among men but also across communities, workplaces, and health services. It’s time to break the silence and create a culture where asking for help is seen as a strength, not a weakness.

Why Men’s Health Week matters

Statistically, men face a number of critical health challenges. They are:

Less likely to seek medical help for mental or physical issues
At greater risk for suicide and substance misuse
More prone to cardiovascular diseases and lifestyle-related illnesses
Less engaged with preventative healthcare services, such as screenings and routine GP visits.

Men’s Health Week sheds light on these disparities while providing a global platform to initiate conversations, raise awareness, and influence policies that lead to improved health outcomes for men.

The 2025 theme - ‘’Shoulder-to-shoulder: Connecting for health’’

This year's theme speaks volumes about the transformative power of human connection. Whether it’s a casual conversation between friends or structured support within a workplace, meaningful relationships play a vital role in both mental resilience and physical well-being.

“Shoulder-to-shoulder” is a call to action that highlights:

Togetherness - Encouraging men to support each other through life’s highs and lows.
Communication - Promoting open dialogue about health concerns and emotional well-being.
Solidarity - Building communities where men feel empowered, not isolated.

This collective approach to men’s health urges everyone, health professionals, employers, friends, and family, to take part in creating an environment that uplifts and supports men.

Mental health and emotional well-being

One of the most pressing issues in men’s health is mental health stigma. Many men suffer in silence due to cultural norms that equate masculinity with emotional suppression. This week provides a platform to challenge these outdated beliefs and advocate for mental health services that are accessible, non-judgmental, and tailored to men’s needs.

Employers can play a crucial role by:

Offering mental health first aid training
Creating peer support groups or mentoring programmes
Promoting Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs).

Physical health and prevention

While mental health is a major component, Men’s Health Week 2025 also encourages men to prioritise their physical health. This includes:

Attending regular health check-ups and screenings (e.g., prostate, blood pressure, cholesterol)
Maintaining a healthy weight through balanced nutrition and physical activity
Reducing risk factors such as smoking, alcohol consumption, and sedentary lifestyles.

Prevention is key. Educating men on the importance of early detection and health maintenance can significantly reduce long-term health risks.

How to get involved

Men’s Health Week is for everyone, not just men. Here’s how you can support this year’s campaign:

Share resources and use the official campaign messaging to raise awareness
Host events like health fairs, webinars, or fitness challenges
Encourage check-ins between friends, colleagues, and family members
Promote inclusive training programmes focused on mental health, resilience, and well-being
Collaborate with local health organisations to offer free screenings or advice clinics.

No act is too small; sometimes, even just starting a conversation can save a life.

Conclusion

Men’s Health Week 2025 is more than a health campaign; it is a movement that urges us all to connect, support, and empower one another. As we stand shoulder to shoulder, we foster a society that values empathy, champions health equity, and nurtures human connection.

Together, we can change the narrative around men’s health, encourage open dialogue, and help every man live a longer, healthier, and more fulfilled life.

Support through compliance and training

At The Mandatory Training Group, we are committed to promoting health and well-being in the workplace and beyond. Our wide range of compliance, health, and safety training courses, supported by ComplyPlusTM, our innovative platform that helps organisations foster environments where employees, especially men, feel supported, informed, and empowered to prioritise their health.

From mental health first aid to workplace stress management and well-being programmes, we offer tailored training solutions that support the holistic health of every team member.

Last updated on 10-06-2025

About the author

Rose Mabiza

Rose has dedicated over 15 years to improving health and social care quality through practice, targeted education and training. Her extensive experience includes working with older adults, individuals with mental health conditions, and people with autism and learning disabilities.