June is officially Men’s Health Month, recognized by hospitals, clinics, and communities across the country. It’s even anchored by a Congressional health education program. Healthy men make strong communities, and staying active and healthy is vital at every age. While men’s health is always recognized at Kona Community Hospital, June is a time to raise awareness for the health concerns unique to boys and men.

Did you know that on average, men are dying five years younger than women? Of the top 10 leading causes of death in the United States, men lead in nine of them, including heart disease, lung cancer, colon cancer, and respiratory diseases. On top of that, prostate cancer is a major health concern for many men, and men are also more likely to commit suicide than women.

But there is hope. Since Congress recognized a National Men’s Health Week back in 1994, life expectancy for men has increased by five years, and cancer mortality rates for men have dropped. Social media makes spreading awareness even easier — during Men’s Health Month, join in the health care communities by searching and sharing using the hashtag #MensHealthMonth. Don your support by wearing blue, and share a photo with #ShowUsYourBlue.

Eating right, maintaining a healthy weight, and exercising are all key components of a healthy lifestyle. But a regular trip to the physician can help you monitor your health and mitigate your risk of some diseases and cancers.

Though men are less likely to see their physician on a regular basis, this is a simple way to spearhead health care. Kona Community Hospital makes it easy to receive quality health care and services in a warm and welcoming environment. Whether you need a preventative medical screening, want to ask questions about your health, or need to discuss weight loss programs to help fight your risk of one of those leading causes of death, Kona Community Hospital has you covered.

To learn more about this community health care facility, visit their website. You can also connect with their team on Facebook.