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Hamilton Spectator
30-06-2025
- Health
- Hamilton Spectator
This area in Hamilton has Ontario's worst rate of men dying too young
Hamilton Centre was found to have Ontario's highest rate of men dying before the age of 75 in a report highlighting gender gaps in health. The riding that covers a large swath of the lower city also had one of the worst rates in Canada, coming in seventh for men dying too young from mostly preventable causes, according to the report published by the Movember Institute of Men's Health in June. It includes 339 of Canada's 343 electoral districts and 120 of the 122 federal ridings in Ontario. 'Where you live in Canada really determines how long men will live,' said Catherine Corriveau, director of policy and advocacy for the charity Movember Canada. 'Geography and health are very closely linked.' A big reason for the health disparities between neighbourhoods is a cluster of socioeconomic factors including income, concludes the report that used data from the 2021 census. Hamilton Centre was found in the report to have Ontario's third highest prevalence of low income among men at 18 per cent, and the highest premature death rate at 783.7 per 100,000 population. In contrast, Flamborough-Glanbrook-Brant North had among the country's lowest proportion of low-income men at just under five per cent, and one of the smallest premature death rates at 254 per 100,000. 'We see that link almost systematically across the country,' Corriveau said. 'There's this series of factors that come into play.' The factors in the 10 areas of Canada with the highest premature mortality rates for men included populations that were younger, socio-economically disadvantaged with greater levels of income inequality and more likely to report an Indigenous identity. Hamilton Centre fits this description to a T. The riding that stretches from Highway 403 to Parkdale Avenue and the escarpment to Hamilton Harbour has an average age of 39.9 for men — the lowest of all area ridings. It was also found in the report to have a larger Indigenous population compared to much of the rest of the province, ranking 21st in Ontario. Brantford—Brant South—Six Nations also ranked high for many of these factors — especially a larger Indigenous population — and had a high premature death rate, finishing 38th in Canada and 12th in Ontario. 'The fact that Indigenous men have the worst health outcomes of any group in Canada is well known but poorly addressed,' stated the report. 'When it comes to the data, Indigenous men are dying younger than non-Indigenous men and living longer with debilitating illness.' The Movember findings for Hamilton mirror a community health status report in November by public health that found residents of the city's lowest-income neighbourhoods were far more likely to die before the age of 75 than those who live in the wealthiest parts of the city. The report also reinforces that there has been little to no improvement since The Spectator's groundbreaking Code Red series was published in 2010, uncovering a nearly 21-year gap in life expectancy between Hamilton's low- and high-income neighbourhoods. 'Disadvantaged populations concentrate in specific areas, creating congregations of poor health outcomes that manifest in measurable health disparities between communities,' stated the Movember report. 'The prevalence of chronic illness and multimorbidity increases with socioeconomic disadvantage with men who experience financial hardship being less likely to access health care.' The report calls for a national men's health strategy to address the mostly preventable deaths of men before the age of 75 that numbered almost 75,000 in Canada in 2023. Compared to women, the report says men die prematurely 12 per cent more often from cancers and 135 per cent more often from coronary heart disease, which are the two leading causes of early death. Fatal accidents occur 153 per cent more often in men, which the report attributes to higher exposure to more dangerous occupations and riskier activities. Men account for 72 per cent of opioid overdose deaths and are three times more likely to die by suicide than women. They are more likely to smoke, drink alcohol and are less likely to eat fruit and vegetables. One of the key goals of the strategy is to increase low levels of health literacy among men that lead to less uptake of health screenings and preventive care and more hospitalizations and use of emergency rooms. 'Women's relationships with health and health care are often established during adolescence, and in many cases built around their reproductive and sexual health needs,' the report stated. 'Men, in contrast, tend to be estranged from health care, and their health literacy is often underdeveloped.' The report points to men's health strategies that have made a difference in Ireland, Brazil, Australia, Mongolia and South Africa. The United Kingdom is expected to add one in England this year and there is already a strategy in Quebec, which the report found to have the lowest premature death rate for men of all of the provinces. 'Men's health requires urgent attention,' stated the report. 'There is much to be done to create tailored health care services and system efficiencies to ensure men do not slip through the cracks.' Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? 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Leader Live
25-06-2025
- Health
- Leader Live
Donation to Holywell-based mental health support centre
The team took part in Movember, moustache-growing month, which raises awareness and funds for men's health issues. Having raised a total of £450, they chose to donate the money to KIM Inspire in Holywell. KIM Inspire is an award-winning charity providing professional, high quality mental health support in the community. Flintshire County Council recycling centre staff during Movember. Lee Owens, who helps the centres across the county to run smoothly, said: "I am originally from Holywell and I didn't know we had a mental health centre in Holywell, so thought it would be nice to make people aware of it. "When I approached them, they were in the process of looking to raise £500 for a specific project, so it was perfect timing. "The lads at the sites do collect items that can be saved going to landfill, and these get donated or we fundraise. Read more: Woman leading 24-hour charity 'Farmfitathon' after heartbreaking loss of husband "We've also been donating wood to the learning disability support services, Hft Flintshire. And now we're collecting for Flintshire Youth Services." KIM Inspire men's services coordinator Dave Wall accepted the donation on the charity. He said: "We do rely on donations to keep us going. With this we've bought a free-standing wood plane, two hand-held routers and a compressor. "Before this, the equipment we had wasn't very good and was destroying the work that was getting done. These things have made a big difference. Read more: Charity launches Best Kept Rural Bus Stop award for Wales "Lee turned up just as we were discussing how to go about funding this new equipment. It was amazing timing." KIM Inspire sees people referred through i CAN, CAB and doctors, and well as self referrals and word of mouth. After an assessment process, a space in a group is found to then work on projects, helping build confidence. Read more: North Wales trio to embark on cycle to Thailand for charity Dave added: "We help people who may be isolated, living alone or lost family, support them to get back on their feet and back into the community. "Messages of thanks from people who have been through the service, those who say if it wasn't for us they wouldn't be here, that's what keep us going." • For more information about the services and work of Kim Inspire or to support the charity, visit:
News.com.au
25-06-2025
- Health
- News.com.au
The big mistake Australian men are making
For some, the arrival of parenthood and family life means a marked difference in the amount and quality of friendships they have. For others, work, the pandemic, radicalised political views or interstate moves have done the trick. But one thing is clear: men's social circles are shrinking, and the results are cause for alarm. A study out of the US in 2021 found that only 27 per cent of men claimed to have at least six close friends. In the nineties, that number sat around 55 per cent. And if you read that stat and panicked because six close friends seems like a generous amount, you're not alone: about 15 per cent reported having no close friendships at all, while in the UK, a 2021 Movember Australia survey found 22 per cent of Aussies – one in five – hadn't organised a catch up with a close friend in over six months. Research conducted by YouGov on behalf of Subway last year found that even taking the time to share lunch with a colleague or friend could improve mental health and wellbeing, and showed men were less likely to do so. The survey of 1002 adults showed a staggering 79 per cent of Australians were either skipping or condensing their lunch break, with over half reporting negative impacts on their physical or mental health because of this. Within that, men (45 per cent) were more likely to skip lunch than women (36 per cent). A separate 2023 study looking at protective factors for men at risk of suicide found social and relational connectedness to be the strongest. And while therapeutic intervention must surely form part of the solution, experts believe there are more protective well being measures men can implement to nurture their mental health. 'A lot of research points to the foundation of men's mental health lying in social connections and meaningful friendships,' Seaway Counselling counsellor and clinical psychotherapist Julie Sweet said. 'Even forming relationships with a small number of people (just one or two) can have a profound impact. By combining lifestyle changes with genuine relationships, it is possible to prioritise and improve their mental health and overall well being.' Ms Sweet agrees that access to therapeutic intervention is also key. 'In my clinical opinion, psychosocial support, therapeutic intervention, and vulnerability are the cornerstones to improving men's mental health,' she said. 'Simply put, moving toward rather than away from professional support involves accessing therapy or men's groups and taking the risk of being vulnerable with a mate, partner, colleague, or trusted person.' 'The process of creating meaningful connections involves, quite literally, reaching out to a friend to reconnect,' she said, adding that returning to old interests, pursuing new hobbies, and developing skills through study or mentorship can be incredibly enriching for a substantial number of men. 'Generally, the most difficult aspect is taking the initiative to make contact in the first place.' It is for this reason Sweet believes destigmatising and de-gendering notions of self-care is an important part of the conversation. 'Men perform better when they are aware of their feelings and behaviour, so it's about recognition, self-awareness and action to initiate fundamental behavioural change,' she explained. 'In addition to this, some men may view self-care as a gendered concept. They can often overlook the reality that self-care consists of more than bubble baths and podcasts (as it does for women, too!) 'Instead, it involves setting boundaries, identifying needs, cultivating mindfulness and gratitude, understanding values and myths around traditional masculine identity, and seeking help when required.'
The Advertiser
15-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
'It started as a lark': Motorcyclists in suits inspired by Mad Men
The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride began with a publicity photo of Mad Men's Don Draper wearing a suit while perched on a classic motorcycle. Mark Hawwa started the themed ride 13 years ago, after being inspired by the photo. This year's event, which raises money for men's mental health support and prostate cancer research, involved about 127,000 riders in 1038 cities. The event features classic and vintage motorcycles, with riders dressed in suits. It aims to foster a different perception of riders to that of outlaw bikie gangs. The Newcastle event, delayed by a month due to heavy rain, was held at The Station on Sunday. Organiser Stephen Meek said it was "perfect weather, thank god". "The ride went well. It's a bit of camaraderie and looking silly in our suits," Mr Meek said. "Motorcyclists are always good for supporting a cause." The ride went through town, alongside beaches, up to Fort Scratchley and through Darby Street, Parkway Avenue and Tudor Street. About 120 people did the ride, which returned to The Station for lunch. The Newcastle event raised $21,000. Maitland's Glenn Behnke, an event co-organiser, was among the riders. His dad overcame prostate cancer after surgery. "My grandfather had prostate cancer as well. He died with it, not from it. It's one of those things where I need to be aware. "I'm 50 now but started getting checked early. "I was sent for an ultrasound that was inconclusive, so I had a biopsy. That came back clear. It wasn't a pleasant process to go through." As for the mental health side of the ride, he said "it's one of those age-old stigmas that guys tend to keep their feelings to themselves". "I think now the younger generation is more open and vocal about it. Any light shone on that is a good thing." The inaugural gentleman's ride was held in 2012. Mr Meek - host of the Newcastle event - has been involved from the beginning. "It's phenomenal how it's grown. It's raised a massive amount of money for Movember," Mr Meek said. "It started out as a bit of a lark - dressing up in a suit inspired by the TV show Mad Men. "The first year we went to Vinnies to buy a suit and pinned the receipts to our lapels. That was the charity side at that point. It took off from there. "Sponsors who thought it was a nice idea came on board and away it went." Worldwide, the event raised $12 million for Movember this year and almost $70 million since it began. "Each year, we're blown away by the scale, generosity and heart behind this ride," said Mr Hawwa, the founder. "We are building a movement that saves lives and reminds folks around the world that men's health matters everywhere." Mr Hawwa, of Sydney, said men die on average six years earlier than women from "largely preventable reasons". "The number of men who are suffering is growing. We need to do something about that." The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride began with a publicity photo of Mad Men's Don Draper wearing a suit while perched on a classic motorcycle. Mark Hawwa started the themed ride 13 years ago, after being inspired by the photo. This year's event, which raises money for men's mental health support and prostate cancer research, involved about 127,000 riders in 1038 cities. The event features classic and vintage motorcycles, with riders dressed in suits. It aims to foster a different perception of riders to that of outlaw bikie gangs. The Newcastle event, delayed by a month due to heavy rain, was held at The Station on Sunday. Organiser Stephen Meek said it was "perfect weather, thank god". "The ride went well. It's a bit of camaraderie and looking silly in our suits," Mr Meek said. "Motorcyclists are always good for supporting a cause." The ride went through town, alongside beaches, up to Fort Scratchley and through Darby Street, Parkway Avenue and Tudor Street. About 120 people did the ride, which returned to The Station for lunch. The Newcastle event raised $21,000. Maitland's Glenn Behnke, an event co-organiser, was among the riders. His dad overcame prostate cancer after surgery. "My grandfather had prostate cancer as well. He died with it, not from it. It's one of those things where I need to be aware. "I'm 50 now but started getting checked early. "I was sent for an ultrasound that was inconclusive, so I had a biopsy. That came back clear. It wasn't a pleasant process to go through." As for the mental health side of the ride, he said "it's one of those age-old stigmas that guys tend to keep their feelings to themselves". "I think now the younger generation is more open and vocal about it. Any light shone on that is a good thing." The inaugural gentleman's ride was held in 2012. Mr Meek - host of the Newcastle event - has been involved from the beginning. "It's phenomenal how it's grown. It's raised a massive amount of money for Movember," Mr Meek said. "It started out as a bit of a lark - dressing up in a suit inspired by the TV show Mad Men. "The first year we went to Vinnies to buy a suit and pinned the receipts to our lapels. That was the charity side at that point. It took off from there. "Sponsors who thought it was a nice idea came on board and away it went." Worldwide, the event raised $12 million for Movember this year and almost $70 million since it began. "Each year, we're blown away by the scale, generosity and heart behind this ride," said Mr Hawwa, the founder. "We are building a movement that saves lives and reminds folks around the world that men's health matters everywhere." Mr Hawwa, of Sydney, said men die on average six years earlier than women from "largely preventable reasons". "The number of men who are suffering is growing. We need to do something about that." The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride began with a publicity photo of Mad Men's Don Draper wearing a suit while perched on a classic motorcycle. Mark Hawwa started the themed ride 13 years ago, after being inspired by the photo. This year's event, which raises money for men's mental health support and prostate cancer research, involved about 127,000 riders in 1038 cities. The event features classic and vintage motorcycles, with riders dressed in suits. It aims to foster a different perception of riders to that of outlaw bikie gangs. The Newcastle event, delayed by a month due to heavy rain, was held at The Station on Sunday. Organiser Stephen Meek said it was "perfect weather, thank god". "The ride went well. It's a bit of camaraderie and looking silly in our suits," Mr Meek said. "Motorcyclists are always good for supporting a cause." The ride went through town, alongside beaches, up to Fort Scratchley and through Darby Street, Parkway Avenue and Tudor Street. About 120 people did the ride, which returned to The Station for lunch. The Newcastle event raised $21,000. Maitland's Glenn Behnke, an event co-organiser, was among the riders. His dad overcame prostate cancer after surgery. "My grandfather had prostate cancer as well. He died with it, not from it. It's one of those things where I need to be aware. "I'm 50 now but started getting checked early. "I was sent for an ultrasound that was inconclusive, so I had a biopsy. That came back clear. It wasn't a pleasant process to go through." As for the mental health side of the ride, he said "it's one of those age-old stigmas that guys tend to keep their feelings to themselves". "I think now the younger generation is more open and vocal about it. Any light shone on that is a good thing." The inaugural gentleman's ride was held in 2012. Mr Meek - host of the Newcastle event - has been involved from the beginning. "It's phenomenal how it's grown. It's raised a massive amount of money for Movember," Mr Meek said. "It started out as a bit of a lark - dressing up in a suit inspired by the TV show Mad Men. "The first year we went to Vinnies to buy a suit and pinned the receipts to our lapels. That was the charity side at that point. It took off from there. "Sponsors who thought it was a nice idea came on board and away it went." Worldwide, the event raised $12 million for Movember this year and almost $70 million since it began. "Each year, we're blown away by the scale, generosity and heart behind this ride," said Mr Hawwa, the founder. "We are building a movement that saves lives and reminds folks around the world that men's health matters everywhere." Mr Hawwa, of Sydney, said men die on average six years earlier than women from "largely preventable reasons". "The number of men who are suffering is growing. We need to do something about that." The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride began with a publicity photo of Mad Men's Don Draper wearing a suit while perched on a classic motorcycle. Mark Hawwa started the themed ride 13 years ago, after being inspired by the photo. This year's event, which raises money for men's mental health support and prostate cancer research, involved about 127,000 riders in 1038 cities. The event features classic and vintage motorcycles, with riders dressed in suits. It aims to foster a different perception of riders to that of outlaw bikie gangs. The Newcastle event, delayed by a month due to heavy rain, was held at The Station on Sunday. Organiser Stephen Meek said it was "perfect weather, thank god". "The ride went well. It's a bit of camaraderie and looking silly in our suits," Mr Meek said. "Motorcyclists are always good for supporting a cause." The ride went through town, alongside beaches, up to Fort Scratchley and through Darby Street, Parkway Avenue and Tudor Street. About 120 people did the ride, which returned to The Station for lunch. The Newcastle event raised $21,000. Maitland's Glenn Behnke, an event co-organiser, was among the riders. His dad overcame prostate cancer after surgery. "My grandfather had prostate cancer as well. He died with it, not from it. It's one of those things where I need to be aware. "I'm 50 now but started getting checked early. "I was sent for an ultrasound that was inconclusive, so I had a biopsy. That came back clear. It wasn't a pleasant process to go through." As for the mental health side of the ride, he said "it's one of those age-old stigmas that guys tend to keep their feelings to themselves". "I think now the younger generation is more open and vocal about it. Any light shone on that is a good thing." The inaugural gentleman's ride was held in 2012. Mr Meek - host of the Newcastle event - has been involved from the beginning. "It's phenomenal how it's grown. It's raised a massive amount of money for Movember," Mr Meek said. "It started out as a bit of a lark - dressing up in a suit inspired by the TV show Mad Men. "The first year we went to Vinnies to buy a suit and pinned the receipts to our lapels. That was the charity side at that point. It took off from there. "Sponsors who thought it was a nice idea came on board and away it went." Worldwide, the event raised $12 million for Movember this year and almost $70 million since it began. "Each year, we're blown away by the scale, generosity and heart behind this ride," said Mr Hawwa, the founder. "We are building a movement that saves lives and reminds folks around the world that men's health matters everywhere." Mr Hawwa, of Sydney, said men die on average six years earlier than women from "largely preventable reasons". "The number of men who are suffering is growing. We need to do something about that."
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Men are not OK, report on premature deaths in Canada suggests
About 44 per cent of men living in Canada die prematurely, according to a new report from the Movember Institute of Men's Health. The report defines premature mortality as deaths in men before age 75. The deaths from cancer, coronary heart disease, accidents, suicide and the opioid crisis include some causes that might have been prevented through vaccinations, lifestyle changes like quitting smoking or avoiding injuries. In 2023, almost 75,000 males died prematurely, according to Statistics Canada. "We're here because too many men are dying too young from largely preventable causes," Catherine Corriveau of Movember Canada said at a news conference on Parliament Hill on Thursday. Suicide was the fourth leading cause of premature death in males after cancer, coronary heart disease and accidents. Three in four of the deaths by suicide in Canada were men, Corriveau said. While the report looks at the health needs of men overall, the group noted those statistics were much worse for Indigenous men or men living in vulnerable communities. Stigma, gender bias and low health literacy are long-standing barriers that often prevent men from seeking care until it's too late, the report's authors said. The impact extends to families, communities and the economy. Fathers and sons learn together Niigaan Sinclair, a co-author of the report and professor of Indigenous Studies at the University of Manitoba, said one solution is to have fathers and sons learn together. He gave an example during a recent fathers' weekend where he spoke and saw boys and men who grew up without fathers or uncles learning skills like how to tie their shoes, do a puzzle or build a lodge together. "That young man who has become a father, he too didn't learn that because he wasn't able to, because many of those ceremonies in his community were gutted and removed," said Sinclair, who is also the son of the late Senator Murray Sinclair, the first Indigenous person appointed as a judge in Manitoba and chief commissioner of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission into residential schools. "Making mistakes together, learning humility together, learning to laugh together at themselves, but then ultimately making something together that they could be proud of. That's truly what I think a goal would be for any program that would teach healthy Indigenous masculinity or Indigenous manhood." WATCH | Black men discuss Black masculinity, dating and fatherhood: Those lessons could help men avoid outcomes like jail, hospitalization or premature death, Sinclair said, while also benefiting families and their communities. The report also suggests embracing the power of sport to promote health. Experiences with seeking help The report's authors also analyzed national mortality trends. Previously, the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) said deaths from preventable causes were twice that for men than women. The Movember report included a nationally representative poll of more than 1,500 men on their experiences engaging with primary care. Only about 48 per cent of respondents said they felt actively listened to during a first health-care interaction. "If they don't feel listened to and if they don't feel cared for, they might not show up again," Corriveau said. Dr. Vincent Agyapong, a professor and head of psychiatry at Dalhousie University, said he was surprised by that finding. "It reflects that health-care providers need to listen more empathetically," said Agyapong, who was not involved in the report and welcomed the authors' multi-pronged approach to mental health that isn't one-size-fits-all. "It's always very difficult for men to reach out and seek help," Agyapong said. Prioritize mental health literacy When men do seek help, Agyapong said, it's important that health-care providers are sensitive and focus on the main concern that brought the person in off the bat, instead of launching into a checklist of background questions. Agyapong said schools and workplaces should prioritize mental health literacy, providing men with resources to recognize the signs and symptoms of mental disorders and know they are treatable with medications and psychological approaches. Mental health promotion for men at risk will lead to more people seeking healthcare such as psychological help earlier on when they are distressed rather than trying to manage themselves or turning to alcohol and drugs, which can be risk factors themselves, Agyapong said. Corriveau said Canada has an opportunity to address the challenges of health promotion by developing a national men's health strategy to respond to their health-care needs. Australia and the U.K. have already done so. If you or someone you know is struggling, here's where to look for help:
