Men's Health Week | 15-21 June 2026
If something doesn’t feel right, don’t ignore it. Book a GP and get it checked.
Men’s Health Week is a national campaign encouraging men to take simple, practical steps to look after their health — starting with seeing a GP when something’s not right.
Many Australian men delay seeking help, even when they notice changes in their body or mental health. This can make health issues harder to manage over time.
This year, the focus is simple — check in early and take your health seriously.
Why Men’s Health Week matters
Across Australia, men are less likely to visit a GP and more likely to wait until symptoms get worse.
More complex health issues
Longer recovery times
Unnecessary stress
Seeing a GP early can help identify problems sooner, provide reassurance and support better long-term health outcomes.
Men’s Health Week is about making that first step feel normal — not something you only do when things get serious.
FAQ
Men’s Health Week is an annual national campaign focused on improving the health and wellbeing of men in Australia.
It aims to:
- Raise awareness of common health issues affecting men
- Encourage early help-seeking and regular check-ups
- Provide clear, evidence-based health information
Men’s Health Week runs from 15-21 June 2026, with this year’s campaign starting on 1 June 2026.
You don’t need to wait for June to take action.
If you’ve noticed changes in your health — physical or mental — booking a GP appointment is a good place to start.
You can also:
- Learn more about common men’s health conditions and when to see a doctor
- Share articles and Ask the Docs with friends, family or colleagues
- Follow Healthy Male on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube for practical health tips and content you’ll actually want to watch
Yes. Men’sHealth Week is designed to be shared across workplaces, community groups and health services.
Ways to get involved include:
- Sharing campaign messages and content across your digital channels
- Encouraging staff or members to book a GP appointment
- Running simple activations or discussions in the workplace
Campaign resources and tool kits will be available closer to June 2026. Subscribe to Healthy Male emails for early access.
This Men’s Health Week campaign is produced by Healthy Male, in partnership with the Centre for Male Health at Western Sydney University.
Healthy Male is funded by the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care and provides evidence-based information on men’s health.
Find out more about:
The Centre for Male Health at Western Sydney University brings together multidisciplinary researchers to improve the health and wellbeing of men and boys through community-focused, real-world research and partnerships.
Learn more about the Centre for Male Health.
Put your health first
Men’s Health Week is a reminder — but taking action doesn’t need to wait. If something doesn’t feel right, speak to a GP. Early action can make a real difference.
