It’s both Men’s Health Month and Men’s Health Week, and we’re focusing on the power of health coverage and prevention. It’s an issue of special importance for men. Nearly 15% of men in America are in fair or poor health, and nearly 41% of men age 20 and older are defined as obese, according to the CDC.
Health insurance providers are committed to supporting men—and every American—by covering evidence-based preventive health care to identify warning signs of potential health problems before they develop into more serious conditions. They also help keep existing health conditions under control. Here’s how.
- Health coverage protects both your health and financial security. Today, there are more options than ever before for coverage.
- Regular checkups can help identify concerns before they become problems. Health insurance providers cover these appointments and many preventative screenings are free of charge.
- Oral health is a part of overall health. Stay ahead of problems with preventive services like teeth cleanings and routine office visits.
- Routine vision care protects your sight and can identify serious health problems such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and some cancers.
- Stay up-to-date on immunizations. Protect yourself from preventable diseases like measles, COVID-19, and the flu.
- Mental health is health. Many health insurance providers have expanded access to behavioral health services, including telehealth, to make it easier for people to get the care they need.
- Healthy communities support healthy people. Access to jobs, safe housing, and healthy food play a big role in your ability to live a healthy life—that’s why health insurance providers are investing in their local communities.
Make sure you get the care you need to live a long, healthy life.