Men's Health Strategy for England - share your views

The Government has launched a call for evidence to inform the development of a Men’s Health Strategy for England. It seeks the views of the public, health and social care professionals, academics, employers, and stakeholder organisations. 

Men face unique challenges throughout their lives: 

• Men are disproportionately affected by a number of health conditions, including cancer, cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes.
• Life expectancy data also shows that men live on average four years fewer than women (79.1 versus 83.0 years in England, respectively).

The Government will use your ideas and evidence to help inform the strategy. 

Men's Health in Redbridge

A recent report from Redbridge Council’s Public Health Team confirms that men in the borough, like in many parts of the country, face significantly poorer health outcomes than women. On average, men in Redbridge live just over four years fewer than women, underlining the urgent need for more targeted health interventions.

Many of the health issues affecting men — such as heart disease, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers — can be identified early or even prevented with regular health checks. Yet men are often less likely to seek help or attend routine screenings.

To support local men in taking charge of their health, Redbridge Council is highlighting the Healthy Redbridge Bus, which offers free, quick, and confidential health checks in community locations across the borough.

Services available include:

• Blood pressure, BMI, pulse, cholesterol, and blood sugar checks
• Advice on preventing cardiovascular disease and managing lifestyle risks
• Winter vaccination clinics (Flu and COVID-19)
• Support to quit smoking

All men — particularly those over 40 or with a family history of chronic illness — are encouraged to make use of these services. Taking small steps today can help reduce the risk of serious illness tomorrow.