June is dedicated to raising awareness and prevention of the preventable health problems men face while encouraging men to seek regular medical advice and early treatment for disease or injury.

1. June is!
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2. National Men’s Health Month
June is dedicated to raising awareness and prevention of the
preventable health problems men face while encouraging
men to seek regular medical advice and early treatment for
disease or injury.
Please note: We encourage consumers to thoroughly review and understand all treatment options. The information
presented here is not all-inclusive. Rather, it represents a starting point to learn more about medical conditions and
treatment options. There is no substitute for consulting a medical professional.
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3. Men’s Health by the Numbers
33.9
Percentage of men
116,470
20 years and over
who are obese.
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Estimated new cases of
48.1
Estimated
million men who lung cancer in 2012.
45
are pre-diabetic. - The American Cancer Society
- American Heart Association
The percentage that men
70
The age when the risk of high
ages 18-44 are less likely to
visit a physician as blood pressure begins to climb
compared to women. in men.
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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4. The Top Health-Related Causes of Death in Males
Heart disease
Risk factors include high cholesterol, high blood pressure, obesity
and excessive alcohol consumption.
Cancer
The leading cancers in men include lung cancer, prostate cancer, colon
cancer and skin cancer.
Stroke
Up to 50 percent of all strokes are preventable. Risk factors include
uncontrolled diabetes, high blood pressure and smoking.
Diabetes
In the past 30 years the incidence of diabetes has doubled. Having
diabetes increases the danger of heart diseases and is associated with
impaired circulation, eye diseases, and nerve damage.
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5. Prevention: Take Charge of Your Health
• Make small changes every day to improve your diet and exercise:
Try biking to work, swapping out soda for water, or smoking one less
cigarette.
• See your doctor regularly: Know when it’s time for screening tests
and don’t be afraid to ask questions.
• Be dedicated to your mental well-being: Mental health is just as
important as physical health. Know the signs of depression and speak
up if you need help.
• Educate yourself: Research the risk factors associated with high
blood pressure and cholesterol, stroke, diabetes and different cancers
to lower your risk of diagnosis.
• Be tobacco free: Don’t give up on your efforts to quit smoking.
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6. Know Your Risks: The leading cancers in men
Lung Cancer
Nine out of 10 lung cancer deaths are due to smoking. You can reduce your risk of lung
cancer by avoiding cigarettes and secondhand smoke and testing your home for radon.
Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is the second-most common cancer in men. Prostate cancer risks vary and
can include age, family history and other factors.
Colon Cancer
This cancer is largely preventable through screening. Beginning at age 50, men should
undergo routine screening. Screening tests for colorectal cancer can find precancerous
polyps so they can be removed immediately.
Skin Cancer
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. Avoid skin cancer by
protecting your skin with sunscreen, shade, sunglasses, hats, and sun-protective clothing.
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7. A Focus on Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in men. The vast majority of lung
cancers are malignant and known as carcinomas.
Risk Factors Lung Cancer Stats
• Smoking and secondhand smoke: Cigarette
smoking accounts for 90 percent of lung
cancers. Secondhand smoke can also be 14 percent of all cancers are lung
cancers.
lethal. About 3,000 people in the US die from
lung cancer due to secondhand smoke
annually.
New male cases of lung
cancer expected in 2012. 116,470
• Exposure to radon: Radon, a naturally
occurring gas from rock and dirt, causes 1 in 13 men will be diagnosed with
lung cancer in their lifetime.
about 20,000 cases of lung cancer each year.
• Family history: If family members have had
lung cancer, the risk of also developing lung
The average age at the time of
a lung cancer diagnosis. 71
cancer can increase. From the American Cancer Society
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8. Lung Cancer Treatment: Take Charge of Your Diagnosis
Because lung cancer is one of the leading causes of death in men, it’s important to understand
your treatment options.
Conventional Surgery: A standard treatment for lung cancer patients who are
otherwise in good health. Surgery typically involves removal of the tumor, as
well as a portion of the patient’s lung. Some patients have small tumors that can
be removed surgically, but they may suffer from other medical problems that
prevent them from being surgical candidates or they may be opposed to
surgery.
External Beam Radiation Therapy: For patients who cannot tolerate surgery,
external beam radiation therapy is typically recommended, although this
treatment can be lengthy and difficult for some patients to endure. EBRT
delivers radiation to a tumor, but also encompasses a large margin of normal
tissue. Treatments are completed over the course of several weeks.
Stereotactic Radiosurgery: A noninvasive treatment option for medically
inoperable lung cancer. Stereotactic radiosurgery systems like TrueBeam STx
deliver high-dose radiation precisely to a tumor while minimizing damage to
surrounding healthy tissue. Treatment is completed in five or less treatment
sessions.
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9. How to Participate in Men’s Health Month
Wear Blue.
Organize a day with your coworkers, friends or family to wear
blue. Find out more here.
Spread the Word.
Talk to your male family members, friends, and coworkers about
their health.
Get Active.
Organize a fitness event to get the men in your life moving.
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10. Our Center
Rush Radiosurgery opened in March 2012 on the campus of Rush University Medical Center (RUMC)
in downtown Chicago. The center is a clinical service of RUMC and was developed through a joint
venture between the hospital and US Radiosurgery. Rush Radiosurgery is part of Rush’s renowned
radiation oncology program. Our center frequently treats lung cancer. Call or visit the website to
learn more about TrueBeam STx treatment for lung cancer.
Medical Director: Dr. Aidnag Diaz
RUMC Chairman of Radiation Oncology: Dr. Ross Abrams
Nurse: Felicia Pautsch
Other Resources
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