Hey Guys, It’s Time to Take Control of Your Health!
Just because social distancing is the new normal, you cannot ignore the fact that June is the one month out of the year set aside to show the men in your life a little more love than normal. Not only does Father’s Day fall during the month of June, but the entire month is also set aside to encourage men of all ages, shapes, sizes and colors to stop and look closely at their habits and ask the question, “How do I take control of my health?”
June is National Men’s Health Month
National Men’s Health Month is a time when dads, husbands, sons and brothers can learn about preventing chronic health problems and improving their overall quality of life. There is even scientific proof they need it! A survey conducted by researchers at Cleveland Clinic found a majority of guys would rather do chores around the house, like cleaning the bathroom or mowing the lawn, than go to the doctor. An eye-opening discovery when you take a closer look at the state of men’s health in our country.
- Heart disease is the leading cause of death among men.
- 1 in 9 men will face a prostate cancer diagnosis during his lifetime.
- 30 percent of men have suffered from some form of depression.
When you consider these facts along with the stress of life in a quarantine plus unhealthy eating habits many guys probably picked up while sheltering in place, now is a good time for a reboot! At Any Lab Test Now, we give you access to information that can help you and your doctor assess your health and decide how adjusting a few behaviors could make a difference.
Time to Reboot!
So, in quarantine for more than six weeks, you indulged a little. Maybe you tossed back cheeseburgers and pizza rather than taking a nightly run. Guess what, foods high in fat are also linked to high cholesterol, a condition that can put you at high risk for heart disease. Luckily, you can walk into Any Lab Test Now to get a Cholesterol Lipid Panel without seeing your doctor first. The test can determine if your cholesterol numbers are abnormal. You can share the results with your physician who might decide you need medication to maintain your cholesterol levels.
Now, if you cannot remember the last time you visited the doctor for a physical exam, this might be a good time to get a Comprehensive Male Panel. In addition to checking your cholesterol levels, this expansive round of tests shows a broad overview of your health. The results could show your physician if your testosterone is low, how your liver and kidneys are functioning, if you are at risk for diabetes, and even provide a baseline when it comes to prostate cancer.
The PSA Test at Any Lab Test Now is a blood test that measures your PSA or prostate-specific antigen levels. No matter your age, all men need a PSA test. If your PSA numbers are elevated, it may indicate either prostate cancer or an enlarged prostate. It is important to share the results with your doctor immediately.
Taking Control of Your Health
At Any Lab Test Now, you get access to thousands of tests, many specifically designed with men’s health in mind. We provide you a safe and clean location to get lab testing done. Most tests are completed in about 15 minutes or less. So come on guys, no more excuses, thanks to Any Lab Test Now, taking control of your health has never been easier.
