Mens Health
TOP KILLERS of AUSTRALIAN MEN
99% of the time we can prevent just about all the TOP Australian Men Killers
Alarming did you known that Australian men over women are a lot more likely to move toward serious health problems. It would seem that three men for every two women die from preventable health problems and compared to women, men do not take time out to spend with the doctor they usually wait until the issue or illness is in the later stages.
We go back to 2008 where data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics shows us that the top health issues causing death in Australian men include the following; In order FIRST TO LAST:
ISCHAEMIC HEART DISEASE
Put simply, those that do not partake in some type of daily exercise, are under pressure or stressed, with those that smoke, then add, an unhealthy diet all this leads to high blood pressure and bad cholesterol, which of course can cause heart disease and heart attacks. The symptoms that arise in men include central chest tightness, discomfort or pain which could move into the neck, jaw or shoulders.
Make the effort!
Start by eating smaller, healthier meals every day that include servings of fruits and vegetables, and fatty fish, like salmon or sardines do that a couple of times a week. Lower the intake of red meat, and take a close look at the dairy, change your milk to a lower fat milk. Check your intake of egg yolks, octopus - calamari and prawns as well as any refined and sugary foods lower salt intake. Take a very close look at your weight and learn manage stress.
LUNG CANCERS
Over 7 000 Australians die every year from lung cancer related disease. The eestimated number of new cases of lung cancer diagnosed in 2016 were 7130 in men and 5073 in women.
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It is said that cigarette smoking is the major cause of lung cancer, and could be responsible for about 90% of cases found in Australia.
Make the effort!
It must be said in the first instance that the best weapon to use against this lung disease is prevention! Smokes need to take note that they need to stop smoking, or better still, DON'T START in the first place.
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Getting out for a brisk walk every day can help strengthen the lungs and assist in dispelling toxins.
STROKE
Just about everyone knows or has seen someone that has had a sever stroke. National stroke Foundation of Australia tell us that stroke in Australia men is one of the largest killers and one of the leading cause of disability.
1 in every 6 people will have a stroke in their lifetime. In 2015 there would have been more than 50,000 new and recurrent strokes, that's around 1000 strokes every week or every 10 minutes.
Make the effort!
Prevention could be the best chance to avoid stroke Where to start? A regular well balanced diet of fresh foods like fish and vegetables is high on the list. You need to balance exercise with food eaten. Keeping the body healthy helps to maintain a good level body weight. Many Australian men enjoy a beer or a glass of wine drinking in moderation is better way to help in the prevention of stroke.
CHRONIC LOWER RESPIRATORY DISEASES
There is a lot to be said about stopping smoking as smoking is the major cause of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, emphysema, chronic bronchitis and a number of other respiratory illnesses, are all grouped together under chronic lower respiratory disease.
Make the effort!
Do Not Smoke! Those that smoke, anything or draw things into their lungs that's not AIR are heading for future issues. Try to minimise your exposure to air driven chemicals and outdoor air pollutions. Hand washing is also a way to keep things like colds and flu at bay, men over 50 should get a flu vaccine every year.
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PROSTATE CANCER
This is something Australia Men over 50 can get checked. Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia tell us that in Australia every year there are around 3, 500 that die of prostate cancer and about 20 000 new cases are diagnosed. It should be noted that prostate cancer is most common in men over the age of 50, some younger men especially those with family history could be at greater risk.
Make the effort!
When prostate cancer is detected in the early stages, it can be cured, especially when it is still confined within the prostate gland. Australian men should be aware that it is a very simple and quick procedure to have the prostate checked, the recommendation is to get it done, this simple checkup that take less than a few seconds could save your life!
COLON AND RECTAL CANCER
Did you know that 80 deaths occur from bowel cancer in Australia every week and 54% that 80 are Australia men!
Australia has in place a national bowel cancer screening program and they estimate that it is one of the most commonly occurring internal cancers and the it is the second most common cause of cancer relating to death, after lung cancer.
Make the effort!
You do not have to be one of the men dyeing, free screening test kits are available:- Please visit; - National Bowel Cancer Screening Program
It should be said that while there are no too many cancers that are completely curable or preventable, Australian men over 50 can assist in keeping cancers at bay by eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly. Prevention can be better than cure so the right diet and exercise could prevent 66 to 75 percent of bowel cancer cases. We say it is never too late to make and effort and change to your diet and lifestyle.
DEMENTIA AND ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE
Australian statistics show that there are more than 353,800 Australians living with aAlzheimer's or other forms of dementia and this number is expected to rise to 400,000 over the next few years. It seem that unless there is some kind of medical breakthrough, the number of people with dementia in Australia is expected to exceed 900,000 by 2050. The disease usually occurs after age 65 but is also on the rise among people in their 30's, 40's and 50's.
Make the effort!
As we have no cure for Alzheimer's or dementia. The research continues, however, some drugs are available called cholinergeric drugs, these do seem to provide some improvement in cognitive functioning in mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease.
DIABETES
Australia has a population of around 24 million people and approximately 1 million of those Australians have already been diagnosed with diabetes.
Interestingly the prevalence of type 2' diabetes rises with age so, Australian men over 40 - 50 and up need to be aware and have sugar levels checked. The Australian Government declared a national health priority in 1997.
Make the effort!
Australian men need to make diabetes prevention a priority especially in over weight situations or the family has a proven history of diabetes. The most successful prevention method is to eat the right foods and lose weight where needed. Men with diabetes or onset diabetes need to become more active.
BLOOD AND LYMPH CANCER, INCLUDING LEUKAEMIA
Blood disorders like leukaemias, lymphomas, myeloma and other related blood disorders can show up men and women of just about any age. BUT! Again we have the issue that it is very typically that more Australian men are diagnosed with and pass away from these blood disorders over Australian women.
Make the effort!
It is very unfortunate that we have no way of preventing most types of leukemia. Most Australians or all people for that matter with leukemia don't show any known risk factors. Keeping in mind that a risk factor is anything that increases a person's chance of finding themselves with the disease. In some cases some of the types of leukemia perhaps prevented by avoiding areas of high of radiation or exposure to the chemical benzene and we find ourselves back at smoking - DO NOT SMOKE and DO NOT use tobacco.
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SUICIDE
Not a nice topic. But one that needs to be covered as suicide is one of the leading causes of death for Australian men mostly aged below 44, so with a bit of luck you have got past that time. It is estimated that Australian men are four times more likely to die by suicide than women, and men for some reason make it harder on themselves by use more violent means to end their lives. Depression is one of the main causes then relationship breakups, financial problems, and alcohol is a big one.
Make the effort!
Let's start the prevention by saying tomorrow is a new day, and while things might look really bad today, things can and do change very quickly and if a person is not here, then they will never know if things changed for the better? In many cases it is the people that are left behind that suffer the most, wonder and ask why and feel terrible.
If you think suicide is the only way out - Do yourself a favor, talk to someone, anyone FIRST! Or go get some help look to a professional.
Australian Men that are concerned about depression should spend a little time with a medical professional.
Visit some of the help sites below with contact phone number
Let's face facts - talking openly about suicidal thoughts and feelings can save a life.
Please Note: No medical information is published on this website and articles show are not intended as a substitute for informed medical advice and the reader is advised not to take any action before consulting with a health care professional.
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