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                      Men, Take Charge of Your Health this Men’s Health Week

                      6/3/2024

                      Gadsden Regional Medical Center encourages men in Etowah County Community to get their annual wellness exam added to the calendar

                      June 3, 2024 – Research backs up the long-standing stereotype that men avoid going to the doctor. In fact, recent surveys show that approximately 44 percent of men don’t get an annual physical, and 60 percent of men won’t see a doctor if they suspect something is wrong.

                      “Don’t wait until the ‘check engine’ light flashes to take care of your health. Just like cars, our bodies need routine and preventive maintenance, too” said John Pirani, M.D., chief medical officer at Gadsden Regional Medical Center and urology specialist with Clinical Urology Associates. “As fathers, as husbands, as coworkers, as friends, we owe it to the people who care about us that we take care of ourselves—not just when we’re sick.”

                      Dr. Pirani encourages the men in Etowah County to be proactive about their health this Men’s Health Week, June 10 - 16, and to be on the lookout for common health issues he sees among male patients:

                      Heart Disease
                      Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men in the U.S., and more than half of men don’t show symptoms before heart disease becomes fatal, according to the CDC.

                      Prostate Cancer
                      One in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer. It’s the most common cancer among American men, according to the American Cancer Society.

                      Urinary Incontinence
                      Leaking isn’t a female-only problem. According to the Urology Care Foundation, approximately 25 percent of men have dribbling and incontinence problems, too.

                      Low Testosterone
                      While it’s normal for testosterone levels to decrease over time, it’s becoming more prevalent among younger men. Four out of 10 men have low testosterone by the age of 45, according to the Urology Care Foundation.

                      Depression
                      The suicide rate among men is four times higher than among women, according to CDC. And the American Psychological Association reports 30 percent of men have suffered from depression at some point during their lives.

                      “While you may not feel comfortable discussing health concerns or below-the-belt issues with buddies, it should not be embarrassing to go to the doctor,” added Dr. Pirani. “Intimate and serious health issues can often be addressed and are easier to treat when found early.”

                      In fact, primary care physicians use screenings that check for conditions before many people experience signs and symptoms of a health problem. Depending on age and family medical history, Dr. Pirani says an annual physical may include:

                      • BMI calculation
                      • Blood pressure, heart and respiration rates
                      • Questions around alcohol and tobacco intake
                      • Questions around diet and exercise habits
                      • Cholesterol and other blood tests
                      • Vaccinations
                      • Mental health screening
                      • Testicular, hernia and/or prostate exams

                      This Men’s Health Week, get your annual wellness exam added to the calendar. To find a primary care doctor near you and book your appointment, visit bit.ly/GPCBookNow.

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