Men’s Health Week is held annually in June and focuses on improving the physical, mental and social well-being of men and boys across Australia. It encourages early help-seeking, preventive health checks and honest conversations about issues men often delay or avoid.
The week highlights that better health outcomes start with awareness, action and practical planning — at every stage of life.
Why it matters
- Men experience higher rates of preventable illness and earlier mortality than women across many health conditions.
- Many men delay seeking help due to stigma, social expectations or lack of access to appropriate services.
- Poor physical and mental health can affect work, relationships, parenting and long-term quality of life.
- Men are at higher risk of suicide, workplace injury and chronic disease, particularly when health issues go unaddressed.
- Early awareness and prevention improve health outcomes and reduce pressure on families and carers.
- Open conversations about men’s health support help-seeking, early intervention and stronger support networks.
Men’s Health Week raises awareness of the importance of physical, mental and social well-being for men and boys and encourages earlier engagement with health care and support services.
Event Co-ordination / Support
International
- Men’s Health Week
International awareness campaign promoting men’s health through education, prevention and community engagement.
Australia
- Australian Men’s Health Forum
National peak body advancing men’s health and well-being through policy leadership, research, advocacy and community education.
