#MovemberGoals
It's no secret that football is life for most Malaysian men, but what about their health needs? Just as every football team needs a strong defense, every man needs to prioritise his well-being.
This Movember, our goal is for all Malaysian men to know as much about their health as they do about football by starting open conversations that highlight the importance of preventive care, mental health, and early detection.
So lace up your boots, and let's kick off your journey to healthier and happier lives with #MovemberGoals.
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What does the prostate do?
- Lets you know when you need to urinate
- It stores testosterone
- It controls the male reproductive system
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Are you aware of the current state of men's health in
Malaysia?
Here's a quick overview of what you
should know
1 in 10 Malaysian males are at risk of getting cancer in their lifetime
Gleneagles Hospital
Only 46.1% of men underwent health screenings or medical check-ups in the past 12 months
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Adults who sleep less than 7 hours a night are at a higher risk of heart attacks, asthma, and depression
Ministry of Health Malaysia
Approximately 2% of Malaysian men are diagnosed with depression, that's about 200,000 individuals
Ministry of Health Malaysia
Only 24% of men have excellent health literacy
Ministry of Health Malaysia
95% of Malaysian men do not maintain a balanced diet
Ministry of Health Malaysia
Although testicular cancer is less common, it primarily affects males aged 15-35
Up To Date
Hypertension is 3x more prevalent in men under 30 than in women
Ministry of Health Malaysia
Health Screening and Other Packages
About Men's Health
Let's make talking about men's health a norm. Read on to learn more
Key Health Conditions Every Man Should Know About
Learn more about key health conditions that every man should be mindful of.
Urology Clinic -Urinary & Male Reproductive System
Urology is a medical specialty focusing on the treatment of conditions affecting the urinary tract comprising of kidneys, ureters, adrenal glands, bladder, and urethra of men and women.
Prostate Cancer: Types, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment
Prostate cancer is the third most prevalent cancer among males in Malaysia. Most early prostate cancers have no symptoms. Prostate cancer is therefore referred to as a silent killer.
Testicular Cancer: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention
Testicles are oval-shaped male sex organs that are a part of the male reproductive system. These organs are contained within a sac of skin known as the scrotum and are located on either side of the penis.
Prostatitis: Types, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment
Acute prostatitis is usually caused when bacteria in the urinary tract enter the prostate. The urinary tract includes the bladder, kidneys, tubes that connect the kidneys to the bladder (ureters) and the urethra.
References
- National Health and Morbidity Survey 2019,
Non-Communicable Diseases, Healthcare Demand, and
Health Literacy, National Institutes of Health
(NIH), Ministry of Health Malaysia.
Available at: https://iku.gov.my/images/IKU/Document/REPORT/NHMS2019/Report_NHMS2019-NCD.pdf - National Health and Morbidity Survey 2019, Technical
Report, National Institutes of Health (NIH),
Ministry of Health Malaysia.
Available at: https://iptk.moh.gov.my/images/technical_report/2020/4_Infographic_Booklet_NHMS_2019_-_English.pdf - Clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and staging of
testicular germ cell tumors, Up To Date.
Available at: https://www.uptodate.com/contents/clinical-manifestations-diagnosis-and-staging-of-testicular-germ-cell-tumors#H19 - How Does Sleep Affect Your Heart Health? Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Available at: https://www.cdc.gov/bloodpressure/sleep.htm
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