Invest time in regular screenings and annual checkups can yield big benefits to men in their overall health and well being.
(PRUnderground) July 16th, 2025
Men’s Health Awareness Month is observed in June, but health experts at Intermountain Health say it’s always the right time for men to invest in their health.
They recommend that men meet with their primary care provider at least annually. At the check-up, they recommend discussing preventive screenings, health concerns, potential health risks, and any new changes you’ve experienced.
“Great communication can help your health care provider deliver great care and keep you on the path to good health,” said Josh Penman, NP, a nurse practitioner who specializes in urology at the Intermountain Sevier Valley Specialty Clinic in Richfield, Utah.
Penman thinks men should be aware of their risks for prostate cancer and include screening as part of their annual checkup.
“It’s a simple blood test,” Penman said.
He added that men can have their primary care provider order the prostate cancer test for them once per year or every two years.
Preventive screenings and annual checkups with a primary care provider save lives.
Being aware of changes with your health and discussing them with your health care provider can help prevent future concerns and detect any issues as early as possible, said Penman.
For prostate cancer awareness, Penman recommends that men should watch carefully for blood in their urine.
“If you find blood in your urine, this can be a sign of bladder or kidney cancer or other problem,” said Penman. “This should be disclosed to your healthcare provider as soon as possible.”
Blood in the urine may also be a sign of kidney stones, which are common.
While genes play a role in kidney stone development, there are steps you can take to avoid them. Specifically, Penman advises avoiding dark-colored sodas.
“Drinking water is best. The solution to pollution is dilution,” Penman said. “Drink a lot of fluids and you should deter future kidney stones.”
Another factor for maintaining optimal health in men is proper testosterone levels.
“Low testosterone can have a big impact on men’s overall health,” Penman said. “Two early warning signs of low-T are low energy and low libido.”
If left untreated, low testosterone can also impact bone health and heart health, too.
“If you have low testosterone, it’s definitely warranted to look into replacement therapy,” he said. “We can do testing to make sure you’re a good candidate. If so, we can help get your testosterone to the correct levels safely.”
Low testosterone is a common condition in men.
After age 45, it can naturally dip. For some, however, it declines faster. This can adversely affect overall quality of life.
“Some men deal with it, but it can be helped,” said Penman.
The benefits of treating low testosterone include better overall mood and increased energy and libido. Testosterone therapy can also help men retain muscle mass.
“Men with low testosterone lose muscle mass as they get older and have a higher tendency to fall,” Penman said. “A fall can result in broken bones or serious injury.”
Penman advises that men be proactive about their health and take steps to enhance their health through regular screenings, checkups, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle that includes regular exercise, balanced nutrition, and plenty of sleep.
About Intermountain Health
Headquartered in Utah with locations in six states and additional operations across the western U.S., Intermountain Health is a nonprofit system of 33 hospitals, over 400 clinics, medical groups with some 4,600 employed physicians and advanced care providers, a health plans division called Select Health with more than one million members, and other health services. Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain is committed to improving community health and is widely recognized as a leader in transforming healthcare by using evidence-based best practices to consistently deliver high-quality outcomes at sustainable costs. For up-to-date information and announcements, please see the Intermountain Health newsroom at https://news.intermountainhealth.org/.
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