Men’s Health Week 2025: Breaking Barriers, Building Health

Men’s Health Week 2025 (June 9–15) isn’t just another awareness event; it’s a wake-up call for every employer.

The data is clear: men are silently struggling. They're skipping checkups. They're battling stress and burnout behind closed doors. And they’re dying—far too often and far too young—from preventable conditions. This isn’t a personal issue. It’s a workplace issue. A leadership issue. A culture issue.

At Zomo Health, we don’t just recognize the problem—we partner with forward-thinking organizations to solve it. Our digital-first, physician-integrated wellness platform empowers men to take charge of their health year-round through personalized coaching, mental health tools, fitness challenges, and private support pathways—no judgment, no friction.

If you're an HR leader, wellness program owner, or people-first executive, this is your chance to stop ticking boxes and drive real, measurable change. This article will show you why Men’s Health Week 2025 is your moment and how to turn it into a movement that transforms your culture, reduces healthcare costs, and saves lives.

The Significance of Men’s Health Week

First observed in 1994, Men’s Health Week was established in the United States to heighten awareness of preventable health problems among men and boys. What began as a grassroots campaign has since become a global initiative, adopted in countries like Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Its mission has evolved from raising awareness to promoting preventive care, influencing health policy, and driving cultural change.

Strategically scheduled the week before Father’s Day, the timing underscores the connection between men’s health and family well-being. By anchoring health awareness in the context of community, fatherhood, and generational care, the campaign reminds us that men’s health doesn’t exist in a vacuum; it impacts everyone.

In recent years, Men’s Health Week has moved beyond awareness into action. Public health organizations, employers, and nonprofits are now leveraging this week to offer screenings, launch mental health campaigns, and introduce long-term wellness programs that build healthier futures, one conversation at a time.

Why Men’s Health Week Matters

Despite facing high rates of chronic illness, mental health challenges, and premature death, men are often overlooked in health conversations. A combination of societal expectations and outdated gender norms discourages many men from seeking help, even when they need it most.

This stigma is especially harmful in workplace settings, where silence is often mistaken for strength, and mental health remains taboo. The result? Unmanaged stress, delayed treatment, and diminished quality of life.

There’s an empathy gap regarding men’s health, and it’s time to close it. We can change the story by normalizing support-seeking behaviors and promoting preventive care as proactive, not reactive. Not just during Men’s Health Week, but year-round.

Key US Statistics: The State of Men’s Health

Let’s look at the numbers that illustrate why action is urgently needed:

• 1 in 4 men dies from heart disease, the leading cause of death in the U.S. (CDC)

• Men are 3.5 times more likely to die by suicide than women (AFSP)

• Only 60% of men attend yearly checkups; many delay care until symptoms are serious

• Nearly 50% of men report struggling with mental health, but most don’t seek treatment

• Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among men, but is highly treatable with early detection

Additional risk factors include:

• Higher rates of obesity, tobacco and alcohol use, and unmanaged diabetes

• Greater likelihood of poor sleep habits and untreated sleep apnea

• A reluctance to engage in regular health screenings or counseling

These statistics highlight what we already know: the system isn’t working for men, and too many are falling through the cracks.

Breaking Down Barriers: Why Men Suffer in Silence

So, why do so many men avoid care—even when the stakes are high?

1. Stigma and Fear of Judgment
   Men are often conditioned to equate toughness with emotional silence. This internalized pressure to stay “strong” deters many from admitting pain, asking for help, or expressing emotional vulnerability.

2. Workplace Culture Reinforces Silence
   In many workplaces, discussing mental health is still taboo. Men worry that speaking up will be perceived as a weakness or could affect their job security. This leads to absenteeism, presenteeism, and burnout.

3. Lack of Support Structures
   Unlike women, who are often socialized to seek help and build emotional networks, many men lack peer support systems. Isolation—both emotional and social—can exacerbate health risks.

The consequences are real: missed diagnoses, unmanaged stress, and higher mortality rates. But employers, families, and communities have the power to help men rewrite the narrative—starting now.

What Can Employers Do?

Zomo Health’s Strategic, Evidence-Based Approach to Men’s Wellness

Your workplace may be the only place where a struggling man gets noticed.
That’s why HR and wellness leaders are uniquely positioned to move from passive awareness to active transformation.

At Zomo Health, we help organizations design and deliver wellness strategies that don’t just look good on paper—they work.

1. Turn Mental Health Awareness Into Real Impact

Too often, mental health campaigns fall flat because they feel surface-level or one-size-fits-all. Zomo Health changes that with thoughtful, expert-driven programming.

What that looks like:

• Licensed therapists and mental health educators lead sessions on real topics—burnout, trauma recovery, emotional regulation.

• Employees get practical tools they’ll actually use—stress tracking sheets, sleep quality checklists, breathing routines.

• Managers are trained to foster psychological safety and lead conversations with empathy, not avoidance.

Outcome: You don’t just “offer support”—you build a culture that proves it.

2. Normalize Preventive Care Before Crisis Hits

When 40% of men wait until something is seriously wrong to seek care, the cost is higher for them and for you.

Zomo Health helps you build preventive care into the fabric of your organization.

Solutions we support:

• Dedicated “wellness time off” for annual physicals, screenings, and vaccinations.

• Campaigns that remind and nudge employees through Slack, email, and your intranet—timed for open enrollment, Father’s Day, or Men’s Health Week.

• Partner-inclusive messaging that encourages accountability from spouses and families.

Outcome: Higher checkup rates, earlier diagnoses, and reduced avoidable health claims.

3. Create Peer Support Networks That Actually Work

Men don’t need group therapy. They need trusted spaces where they can be heard—and heard from.

Zomo Health helps organizations implement confidential, low-barrier ways for men to connect.

Examples:

• Men’s ERGs (employee resource groups) with executive sponsorship.

• Anonymous wellness Slack channels moderated by trained facilitators.

• Structured wellness buddy programs that pair employees for weekly or monthly check-ins.

Outcome: Stronger team cohesion, reduced isolation, and a more profound sense of belonging, without the awkwardness.

4. Deploy Digital Tools That Meet Men Where They Are

Men are far more likely to engage with mental health tools when they’re digital, private, and on their terms.

Zomo Health’s platform offers:

• 24/7 access to mental health coaching, fitness plans, and guided mindfulness.

• Personalized behavioral nudges that reinforce healthy habits without feeling invasive.

• Usage data and engagement insights (never individual health info) to help HR leaders refine strategy.

Outcome: Scalable engagement with high-risk groups—especially those who won’t speak up in person.

5. Challenge the Stigma From the Inside Out

Culture change starts at the top—and spreads through stories, not slogans.

Zomo Health supports clients in building authentic, diverse, and powerful campaigns.

Examples:

• Share real stories from male employees and leaders who’ve prioritized their health.

• Feature men of all backgrounds, roles, and experiences—reflecting the full range of masculinity.

• Avoid buzzwords. Focus on honesty, relatability, and lived experience.

Outcome: Employees don’t just hear that it’s “okay to talk”—they believe it.

Zomo Health’s Commitment to Men’s Well-Being

If you’re serious about making men’s wellness more than a seasonal campaign, you need more than good intentions. You need the proper infrastructure, accountability, and partner to bring it to life at scale.

That’s where Zomo Health steps in.

We equip forward-thinking organizations with a digital-first, evidence-based platform built to engage the men who are least likely to raise their hand, but most at risk of burning out, dropping out, or giving up.

Here’s how we help employers move from theory to action:

Physical Health

• Personalized fitness challenges that support all levels, from desk-bound professionals to active field staff.

• Chronic condition management programs designed around heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, and metabolic health.

• Practical nutrition guidance aligned with real-world routines and cultural food preferences.

Mental Well-Being

• App-based mindfulness tools and guided audio sessions that fit into a busy schedule.

• Access to licensed therapists and mental health coaches, with options for one-on-one or asynchronous support.

• Resilience coaching developed specifically for workplace stress and identity-based burnout.

Social Connection

• Team-based wellness challenges that spark camaraderie and participation without pressure.

• Anonymous peer support channels and moderated discussion groups.

• Gamified engagement to reinforce habit-building and boost long-term adoption.

It is delivered with built-in privacy protections, analytics dashboards for HR visibility, and a user experience designed to feel personal, not clinical.

Bottom line: If your goal is to engage hard-to-reach employees, especially men, Zomo Health was built for that.

How Individuals Can Take Action

Whether you're a team member, a family member, or someone ready to lead by example, change starts with you.

For Men:

• Book your annual physical—even if you feel fine

• Talk to someone you trust—a friend, a doctor, a coach

• Join a wellness challenge—not to compete, but to connect

For Leaders, Colleagues, and Families:

• Start honest conversations without judgment or advice-giving

• Share tools and stories, not just statistics

• Encourage consistency over intensity—real change happens one small step at a time

You don’t need to fix everything. You just need to open the door. Zomo Health will help walk them through it.

Additional Resources

• Men’s Health Network

• Movember Foundation

• Mental Health America

Looking to launch a comprehensive men’s health initiative at your workplace?
Contact Zomo Health to learn how we can help.

The Real Cost of Doing Nothing? Silence, Sickness, and Missed Opportunity.

Men’s Health Week 2025 is your chance to lead from the front.

Right now, too many men in your workforce are suffering quietly. They're showing up, but not showing signs. They're productive, but not well. And without intentional support, some won’t get the help they need until it’s too late.

You can change that.

At Zomo Health, we help HR leaders and wellness-driven organizations go beyond awareness to real impact—with digital health tools, confidential coaching, and programs built to engage the men who rarely raise their hands.

• Reduce burnout

• Lower healthcare costs

• Boost engagement and morale

• Build a culture of trust and transparency

Don’t wait for the next crisis. Make Men’s Health Week your turning point.

Let’s discuss your men’s wellness strategy—this week, this year, and beyond.

Because a healthier workforce starts with the men who power it.