--- title: "Men's Health Week UK: Insights into Men's Health Taboos" description: During Men's Health Week UK our insights shed a light on men's reluctance to discuss taboo health issues, highlighting the importance of open conversations for better health outcomes. image: https://blog.onepoll.com/hubfs/shutterstock_2372101425.jpeg --- [![OnePoll_Strapline_RGB (1)](https://blog.onepoll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/OnePoll_Strapline_RGB%20(1).png?width=200&height=76&name=OnePoll_Strapline_RGB%20(1).png "OnePoll_Strapline_RGB (1)")](https://onepoll.com/?welcome) [![OnePoll_Strapline_RGB (1)](https://blog.onepoll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/OnePoll_Strapline_RGB%20(1).png?width=200&height=76&name=OnePoll_Strapline_RGB%20(1).png "OnePoll_Strapline_RGB (1)")](https://onepoll.com/?welcome) [![OnePoll_Strapline_RGB (1)](https://blog.onepoll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/OnePoll_Strapline_RGB%20(1).png?width=200&height=76&name=OnePoll_Strapline_RGB%20(1).png "OnePoll_Strapline_RGB (1)")](https://onepoll.com/?welcome) [![OnePoll_Strapline_RGB (1)](https://blog.onepoll.com/hs-fs/hubfs/OnePoll_Strapline_RGB%20(1).png?width=200&height=76&name=OnePoll_Strapline_RGB%20(1).png "OnePoll_Strapline_RGB (1)")](https://onepoll.com/?welcome) [Insights](https://blog.onepoll.com/views/tag/insights) [Men's Health](https://blog.onepoll.com/views/tag/mens-health) [Breaking health taboos](https://blog.onepoll.com/views/tag/breaking-health-taboos) # Men's Health Week UK: Insights into Men's Health Taboos By [Dawn Chapman](https://blog.onepoll.com/views/author/dawn-chapman) Jun 11, 2024 1:36:16 PM 2 Minutes Read As we observe Men's Health Week in the UK, it's an opportune moment to shine a light on men's health issues, especially those shrouded in taboo. Recent research involving 1208 men has uncovered a stark contrast: while a significant 70% of men report seeking professional help for health concerns, they are considerably less proactive than women in performing routine health checks. ## A Snapshot of Men's Health Practices Our survey reveals some concerning statistics: - 33% of men have never checked the amount of steps they take. - 22% have never checked their bodies for lumps. - 27% have never examined their moles for changes. - 25% have not inspected their skin for growths, changes, or signs that injuries or sores are not healing. These findings highlight a crucial gap in preventative health practices among men, which can have significant implications for early detection and treatment of health issues. ## The Struggle to Talk About Health Opening up about health issues, especially those considered taboo, remains a significant challenge for men. Although 72% of men believe it is important to break the silence around health taboos, many still find it difficult to discuss these issues openly. Here’s how comfort levels compare: - 57% of men feel comfortable talking to a health professional, versus 62% of women. - Only 31% of men would talk to a close friend, compared to 54% of women. - Just 25% of men would discuss health issues with a family member other than their partner or spouse, compared to 41% of women. The topics men feel most comfortable discussing include: 1. Hair loss - 29% 2. Obesity/overweight - 27% 3. Prostate Cancer - 26% 4. Constipation - 24% 5. Testicular Cancer - 23% 6. Mental Health - 23% A notable 19% of men stated they would not feel comfortable discussing any health issues. ## Perceptions of Health Taboos Men are generally less likely to perceive health issues as taboo in society. The top health issues considered taboo by men are: 1. Erectile Dysfunction - 31% 2. Low Sperm Count - 22% 3. Sexual Health (STIs) - 19% 4. Mental Health - 18% 5. Phimosis (tight foreskin) - 16% For those who do recognize health taboos, the areas deemed most critical for breaking these taboos include: 1. A more supportive societal attitude towards men's health issues - 36% 2. Information campaigns to increase knowledge - 36% 3. Better knowledge of men's health, symptoms, and expectations - 35% 4. More 'real' stories in the media about people experiencing health issues - 34% 5. Accurate data and information in mainstream media - 34% ## The Power of Open Conversations Encouragingly, 35% of the men surveyed had witnessed an open and honest conversation about a taboo health issue in the past two years. Of those who witnessed these conversations, 90% were positively influenced to have an open and honest discussion themselves. The top health topics that these men went on to discuss included: 1. Mental Health - 26% 2. Prostate Cancer - 19% 3. Obesity/Overweight - 17% 4. Erectile Dysfunction - 15% 5. Sexual Health (STIs) - 14% ## Moving Forward These insights underscore the importance of fostering an environment where men feel comfortable discussing their health issues openly. By breaking down these barriers, we can promote better health practices and early intervention, ultimately improving health outcomes for men. This Men's Health Week, let's commit to breaking the silence and supporting each other in the journey towards better health. 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