The Irish Farmers Journal teamed up with Full Health Medical, ICOS and Movember Ireland to bring these free health checks to marts around the country as part of our Fovember campaign, to raise awareness of men’s health this November.
Over 50 men received a full health check last Friday 30 October in Roscommon mart, with the average age being 62 years.
Weight was the biggest problem identified at Roscommon, with over 90% having trouble reaching a desirable weight.
The health checks were carried out by Full Health Medical, and included a full heart check (blood pressure, BMI and cholesterol), a diabetes screen, mental health advice, prostate cancer awareness, and nutrition, lifestyle and exercise advice.
Dr Jack Halligan from Full Health Medical offered some advice for those suffering from high blood pressure and weight.
“Blood pressure can be reduced by losing weight, getting regular exercise and reducing your salt and coffee intake.
“Try to replace some of those spuds with green vegetables and choose low-fat dairy products,” he said.
According to Jack, many farmers reported not exercising apart from when they’re on the farm.
“Getting active outside of the farm is a big help too. Try walking a mile or two in the evenings. Your heart and your mind will thank you for it,” he said.
One in four of us will experience mental health troubles in our lifetime. A number of farmers in Roscommon also reported significant difficulties with mood or stress.
If you would like to talk somebody now, call the Samaritans on 116 123, or visit your GP.
There are 3,000 cases of prostate cancer diagnosed in Ireland every year and Jack is also urging farmers to keep an eye out for the symptoms.
These are:
Needing to urinate very frequently, especially at night.Poor urine flow.Blood in the urine or semen.Difficulty starting the flow of urine.Excessive dribbling at the end of the flow of urine.Unexplained weight lossTalk to your GP if you are experiencing any of these symptoms or if you have a concern.
Our next free health check will take place in Raphoe mart in Donegal this Thursday 4 November. Visit www.moteam.co/fovember to get involved in our Fovember campaign today.
The Irish Farmers Journal teamed up with Full Health Medical, ICOS and Movember Ireland to bring these free health checks to marts around the country as part of our Fovember campaign, to raise awareness of men’s health this November.
Over 50 men received a full health check last Friday 30 October in Roscommon mart, with the average age being 62 years.
Weight was the biggest problem identified at Roscommon, with over 90% having trouble reaching a desirable weight.
The health checks were carried out by Full Health Medical, and included a full heart check (blood pressure, BMI and cholesterol), a diabetes screen, mental health advice, prostate cancer awareness, and nutrition, lifestyle and exercise advice.
Dr Jack Halligan from Full Health Medical offered some advice for those suffering from high blood pressure and weight.
“Blood pressure can be reduced by losing weight, getting regular exercise and reducing your salt and coffee intake.
“Try to replace some of those spuds with green vegetables and choose low-fat dairy products,” he said.
According to Jack, many farmers reported not exercising apart from when they’re on the farm.
“Getting active outside of the farm is a big help too. Try walking a mile or two in the evenings. Your heart and your mind will thank you for it,” he said.
One in four of us will experience mental health troubles in our lifetime. A number of farmers in Roscommon also reported significant difficulties with mood or stress.
If you would like to talk somebody now, call the Samaritans on 116 123, or visit your GP.
There are 3,000 cases of prostate cancer diagnosed in Ireland every year and Jack is also urging farmers to keep an eye out for the symptoms.
These are:
Needing to urinate very frequently, especially at night.Poor urine flow.Blood in the urine or semen.Difficulty starting the flow of urine.Excessive dribbling at the end of the flow of urine.Unexplained weight lossTalk to your GP if you are experiencing any of these symptoms or if you have a concern.
Our next free health check will take place in Raphoe mart in Donegal this Thursday 4 November. Visit www.moteam.co/fovember to get involved in our Fovember campaign today.
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