Australian Men's Health Forum - Update

 

Dear John, Thank you for subscribing to the Know Your Man Facts (KYMF) newsletter, created by the Australian Men's Health Forum. 2026 is shaping as another big year in men's health, beginning with January and February's focus on quitting, or reducing alcohol intake, as well as addressing water safety and reducing deaths by drowning throughout the summer months.  To help you plan, we have compiled a list of key events and special awareness days that impact men, from diabetes, stroke and heart health days to Prostate Cancer Awareness month in September, World Mental Health Day in October, Men's Health Week from 8-14 June and International Men's Day on 19 November ... to name a few.  Our Know Your Man Facts resources are designed to support your activities around these key events, spreading key information about men's health in a way that is easy to digest and relatable.  Thank you for being men's health champions!  Best Wishes, Glen Poole, CEO The Australian Men's Health Forum Why more Aussie men are taking a break from alcohol  Taking a month off alcohol is no longer a fringe health challenge. In 2026, more Australian men are choosing to pause their drinking to better understand how alcohol is affecting their health, energy and mental wellbeing. Campaigns like Dry Jan and Feb Fast are gaining traction as awareness grows around the long-term health impacts of alcohol use among men, particularly those who sit just below recognised “risky drinking” thresholds. LEARN MORE What's on for men's health in 2026 For organisations, practitioners and advocates working to improve the health and wellbeing of men and boys, 2026 presents a full year of opportunities to engage, educate and connect. The men’s health calendar provides multiple touchpoints to amplify messages, plan activity and reach men where they live, work and socialise. Check out what's on for men's health in 2026.  LEARN MORE Drowning Strategy Targets Young men 33 lives lost to drowning since the start of summer — and young men remain one of the most at-risk groups. The Australian Water Safety’s 2030 MidPoint Update emphasises the need to address males aged 15–29 with targeted education, youth-led messaging and better access to safe places to swim. LEARN MORE KNOW YOUR MAN FACTS TOOLKITS Know Your Man Facts Toolkits Know Your Man Facts Talks are suitable for anyone to deliver. They are interactive and come with full speaker notes. Be a men's health champion and help improve the lives of men and boys in Australia. We have toolkits on Men's Heart Health, Men's Mental Health, Mateship, Exercise, Men's Health Checks and the new Men's Health Facts. You can also download Know Your Man Facts graphics and share them on your social channels, as well as print out our popular Men's Health Infographics.  VIEW ALL Download the How To Help a Mate Guide & Posters The Australian Men’s Health Forum is the peak body for men’s health in Australia. We’re working to create a healthier future for men and boys by helping people take action to tackle the social factors that shape men’s health.  PO Box A647 Sydney Sth, NSW 1235 0419 319 140 admin@amhf.org.au AMHF receives funding from the Australian Government