Men matter: Addressing the impact of male fertility on business
From our school days, we're taught about the 'birds and the bees' with an unmistakable emphasis on female fertility, when in fact male-factor infertility makes up around 50% of all cases. In our modern age, it's astounding how this outdated narrative continues to dominate not just societal discourse, but also...
Men’s wellbeing is taking a hit. Here’s what employers can do.
Why are we discussing men’s health today? It’s simple. We talk about it because it matters, not just to the individuals who are directly affected, but also to families, communities, and yes, your businesses. Men are dying at a higher rate than women from the top 10 causes of death....
Lessons learnt from Unzipped 2023: Men’s Health Exposed
An Inclusive, Healthy Workplace Starts with You! During Unzipped 2023: Men’s Health Exposed we asked our attendees what their thoughts were about men’s health in the workplace and what support they have in place. We’re excited to share with you key insights from our discussions around supporting men’s health in...
Why employers are taking action to tackle low testosterone
Across the country, low testosterone levels are silently sapping the energy levels of two million men. And it’s not just the UK; globally, men’s testosterone levels are on the decline. Low testosterone is a real threat to workplace productivity, and it needs to be addressed. Symptoms include mood swings, low...
It’s time to face facts about men’s health at work
Here are the facts: men dedicate a substantial portion of their lives to the workplace, clocking in more hours than their female colleagues. Concurrently, men also confront the onset of serious illnesses much earlier than women, with heart disease striking them on average ten to fifteen years in advance. Alarmingly,...
Regular self-examination could mean you avoid a big ball ache in the long run. Professor Geoff Hackett explains what you need to know and how to check your balls. Quick Facts Most men who develop testicular cancer have no risk factors at all. Lumps, bumps and changes in the shape...
Man Flu – More Dangerous Than You Might Think
Men are often mockingly accused of suffering from ‘man flu’ when they are experiencing genuine physical symptoms. No wonder they are put off seeking medical help, says Rob Kemp. Quick facts Men are 32% less likely to open up to a GP about a health issue that’s bugging them than...
6 Red Flag Symptoms to Report to Your Doctor
Your body is designed to give you early warning signs if things aren’t as they should be. Peppy’s Men’s Health specialist Helen Lake explains body changes and symptoms you should get checked with your GP sooner rather than later. Firstly, not all red flag symptoms are serious. But the key...
Time for a health MOT? Men’s Health Awareness Week is a great time to get male staff to engage with their health and address issues they may have ignored until now. Says Helen Lake , Director and clinical lead of men’s health services at Peppy: “Too many men will just...
Low testosterone – what is it and what are the signs?
The warning bells aren’t just between the sheets. They include unusual tiredness, man-boobs and an increase in ‘blank brain’ moments. Professor Geoff Hackett explains. Sure, testosterone is crucial for super-charging your sex drive and building muscle. But receptors for the hormone actually exist throughout your body, from your brain to...
Feeling lonely in the workplace? Here’s what you can do
Feeling lonely in the workplace? Since the pandemic, many of us have changed the way we work. While this flexibility can be great for juggling other commitments, it means that we’re more alone than ever before. Peppy’s director of healthy minds, Linda Gillham, looks at the ways we can make...
Losing my husband to prostate cancer
For Ann Graham, news of her husband’s prostate cancer came too late. But she is determined to carry on his fight and make sure more men get checked for prostate cancer in time. I’ve volunteered for Prostate Cancer UK for the past nine years. My main role has been giving...
