Breaking the Stigma: Men Seeking Healthcare

The Reluctance Men Face in Seeking Medical Help

In this episode of Real Men Feel, host Andy Grant opens up about his recent experience with abdominal surgery to repair an umbilical hernia, which he believes was exacerbated by a bungee jump earlier in the year. He discusses the reluctance many men have in seeking medical help, attributing it to factors like fear of appearing weak, social conditioning, and time prioritization.

Citing a CDC report, Andy highlights the alarming statistics regarding men's health visits and encourages men to prioritize their health by getting regular check-ups and addressing symptoms early.

00:00 Welcome to Real Men Feel

00:36 My Abdominal Surgery Story

01:48 The Bungee Jump Incident

02:21 The Metallica Concert Dilemma

03:03 Post-Surgery Reflections

03:40 Why Men Avoid Medical Help

05:18 The Importance of Early Detection

05:35 Conclusion and Self-Care

Resources

Men's Health Timeline -- https://www.wayneunc.org/wellness/health-talk-blog/health-talk/2021/mens-health-timeline/

See the full video of my African Adventure -- https://youtu.be/ll8UcdinER4

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Book a Clarity Call with Andy and get clear on your goals, what's in your way, and what you can do about it at https://theandygrant.com/talk

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