In England and Wales, there were 6,162 suicide deaths registered in 2025, with men continuing to be disproportionately affected. The male suicide rate was 17.5 deaths per 100,000 men, highest among men aged 50 to 54.
Prostate cancer remains the most common cancer in men in the UK. Around 57,900 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer each year, and approximately 12,300 men die from the disease annually. While testicular cancer is less common, it is the most frequently diagnosed cancer among younger men aged 15 to 49 years.
At Reed Wellbeing, we’re proud to support this cause by helping men take control of their health through practical and accessible lifestyle interventions.
Why men's health needs attention
Men are statistically less likely to seek help for health-related concerns.
50% of men have struggled with mental health difficulties at some point, yet fewer than half have sought medical advice.
37% of UK men admit actively hiding their mental health issues from their partners.
30% of men surveyed said they didn’t know where to turn for advice or support.
Movember shines a light on this gap and encourages open conversations, early intervention, and healthier habits. Let’s talk about it!
Small changes to help
1. Talk about mental health - start a conversation with a friend or colleague about how you are feeling, speak to your GP or get in touch with organisations like Andy Mans Club, Men Who Talk, We're Mind, the mental health charity | Mind.
2. Get active – take a brisk 10-minute walk everyday or try the NHS Couch to 5K. Regular physical activity reduces the risk of depression by up to 30% and reduces risk of heart disease and diabetes.
3. Eat healthier - use the NHS Food Scanner app to find healthier swaps. Research suggests that people who regularly eat a healthy, balanced diet have around a 25-30% lower risk of developing depression than those with poorer dietary habits.
4. Quit smoking - download the NHS Quit Smoking app for daily support or find your nearest Reed Wellbeing Stop Smoking Service. It's never too late to quit. Stopping smoking can halve your risk of a heart attack within a year and improve mental wellbeing by reducing stress, anxiety and depression.
5. Drink less alcohol - try alcohol free days using the NHS Drink Free Days app or find your nearest Reed Wellbeing Drink Less Service. Reducing your intake can improve sleep, mood and overall wellbeing.
6. Get an NHS Health Check - book a free NHS Health Check if you are over 40 or find your nearest Reed Wellbeing NHS Health Check location (eligibility criteria applies). People who attend an NHS Health Check have a 23% lower risk of death and a 15% lower risk of heart attack, making it one of the simplest and most effective steps you can take to protect your future health
7. Follow the 5 ways to wellbeing - these are simple, evidence-based actions to improve mental and emotional wellbeing
Reed Wellbeing offers a range of services that support men in making positive changes:
Making Positive Change – for emotional wellbeing and resilience
Drink Less – to reduce alcohol-related risks
Move More – to boost physical activity and heart health
Eat Well – for better nutrition and weight management
Healthy Hearts and Minds – for holistic wellbeing
NHS Health Checks - a free midlife MOT for adults aged 40–74, assessing risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and kidney disease, and offering tailored advice to support healthier lifestyle choices.
Movember Challenge: Move for Men’s Health
This November, we’re inviting you to take part in the “Move for Men’s Health” Challenge representing the 60 men lost to suicide globally every hour:
Walk or run 60km during November - that’s 2km a day.
Whether you’re walking to work, hitting the gym, or taking a weekend hike, every step counts!
Track your progress, share your journey, and encourage others to join in. You can even form a team with friends or colleagues!
Get involved
Join the challenge: Start tracking your 60km and share your progress on social media using #MoveForMensHealth and tag @ReedWellbeing
Explore our services: Visit oneyoukcw.co.uk or speak to your local Reed Wellbeing team in Kensington, Chelsea and Westminster
Talk about it: Movember is about starting conversations. Reach out to someone, check in, and share resources
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