Men's Health
In the under-35's, twice as many men die as women the main causes being accidents, suicides, poisoning and cancer. Men under 35 can get strokes and heart attacks, so avoid alcohol binges, and try and have a healthy lifestyle with less smoking, drinking, eating fatty foods and resting well. Men should also have regular screenings to check their blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and clinical examinations on a regular basis.
Testicular Cancer
Testicular cancer is found mostly in men in their 20's and 30's, and it only accounts for 0.1% of all cancer deaths. As ever, the earlier it is detected, the easier it is to cure. Men should avoid trauma and carcinogens as well as high fat diets. And guys; don't be afraid or embarrassed to examine yourself regularly (or more fun, get your partner to do it). One testis may be slightly larger but both should weigh the same and they should be rolled gently to check for lumps and tenderness. Don't worry if you find a sausage-shaped lump at the back and top of each testicle, that's supposed to be there, it's the epididymis, which stores your little soldiers.
Suicide
Suicide is a major cause of avoidable death in young men, and the best way to prevent it is to recognise the symptoms of depression and psychosis. Of those who commit suicide, an estimated 90% have a mental disorder, 60 % of these have seen a GP within the last month, and a third have expressed the wish to kill themselves. People who have previously attempted suicide are more likely to succeed the second time. If you feel like it's all getting too much - tell someone. And if a friend tells you he's feeling depressed, take him seriously.
Accidents
It is estimated that five out of ten deaths of males between the ages of 15-25 are the result of a driving accident, compared with three in ten for women of the same age. These deaths are very often alcohol-related, although there has been a significant rise in the numbers of drug-driving accidents. DON'T DRINK AND DRIVE and don't get drunk and think you can fly.
