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Men’s Health: a strategic vision for England
19 November 2025
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
At a Glance
Issue Summary
England's first-ever Men’s Health Strategy aims to address the rising mental health issues, preventable illnesses, and high rates of suicide among men.
Action Requested
The government is launching a comprehensive strategy with six levers to improve men's health, including expanding access to healthcare services, supporting individual behaviors, developing healthy living conditions, fostering social networks, addressing societal norms, and tackling specific health challenges. The plan also involves investing in community-based programmes and partnering with organizations such as the Premier League.
Key Facts
- England’s first-ever Men’s Health Strategy is being launched.
- Six levers are identified to improve men's health: access to healthcare services, supporting individual behaviours, developing healthy living conditions, fostering social networks, addressing societal norms, tackling specific health challenges and conditions.
- The strategy includes targeted interventions for smoking cessation, alcohol and cocaine use, and gambling-related harms.
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