WHAT’S IT ALL ABOUT?
Men’s Health Week is our national reminder to put blokes’ wellbeing front and centre. This year, we’re reminding men to see a GP when they notice a change or need a check-up, because we know two-thirds of Aussie men wait too long before seeing a doctor when they notice an issue. By seeing a GP at least every 12 months, men will build a relationship with their doctor ensuring they feel confident and prepared to take action when serious health issues come up.
LET’S MAKE MEN’S HEALTH WEEK MATTER
See Your GP is all about encouraging men to take proactive steps for their health. Here are a few easy ways to get involved.
Download community resources
Host a morning tea or event
Get your team together over coffee and conversation. Create a relaxed space where men can talk about their health and download our posters to get on theme.
Offer a ‘GP check-in’ day
Encourage men to book a health check by offering a paid half-day off. A simple incentive can make a big difference.
Bring the GP to them
Consider inviting a local GP or nurse practitioner onsite to offer basic checks and advice during work hours. It’s convenient and impactful.
Promote telehealth during work hours
Make it easy. Let your team know they can use work time for a telehealth appointment. Workplaces can also make it even easier by organising a specific GP who offers telehealth and have staff book in over multiple days.
Create a ‘See Your GP’ pledge wall
Set up a whiteboard, wall or digital noticeboard where men can write down one thing they’ll do for their health that week — like booking a check-up, getting bloods done, or asking their GP about something they’ve been putting off.
Host a health Q&A or panel session
Invite a local GP, men’s health nurse or mental health expert to run a lunchtime info session. Offer a Q&A format or a short talk on topics like testicular health, mental wellbeing or managing stress.
Share personal stories
Encourage leaders or team members to share a short story (in person or via email) about a time they saw their GP and caught something early or got the support they needed. Real stories make health messages stick.
Run a health quiz or checklist challenge
Create a simple health knowledge quiz or checklist based on our “when to check what” guide. Offer a small prize or shout-out for participation to make it fun and engaging.
Distribute resources in high-traffic areas
Place printed checklists, brochures or postcards in kitchens, bathrooms, reception areas or work vehicles. A simple prompt in the right place can be powerful.
Update your intranet or newsletter
Feature Men’s Health Week content, including links to GP booking tools, mental health services and our Healthy Male resources. Make health part of your internal comms.
HELPFUL GUIDES AND RESOURCES
HOW TO PRINT
You can download and print our flyers and posters easily at home or through a local print shop, like Officeworks. Simply download the resource and save the file.
To print at Officeworks, visit officeworks.com.au/print and upload the file directly through their online print portal. Choose your preferred size, paper stock and quantity, then select delivery or in-store pickup. Alternatively, you can bring the file into your nearest Officeworks and order prints at the self-serve kiosk.
3 WEEKS BEFORE
- Choose your activities and set dates for your Men’s Health Week events.
- Start promoting these amongst your team through internal communications channels.
- Reach out to local health services if you’re planning to bring in professionals for health checks.
- Order campaign materials from our resource pack to support your workplace activities.
2 WEEKS BEFORE
- Send calendar invites and reminders to help your team plan ahead for Men’s Health Week activities.
- Set up booking systems for health checks to make the process smooth and maintain privacy.
- Brief team leaders to lead by example by participating and encouraging their teams to get involved.
DURING MEN’S HEALTH WEEK
- Share daily health tips or stats through email or messaging platforms to keep momentum going.
- Highlight success stories to build interest and show positive outcomes.
- Make it visible with campaign materials throughout your workplace to increase awareness.
- Keep the tone positive and action-focused to encourage participation without pressure.
NEED RESOURCES?
Download our free resources including:
- Posters and digital graphics
- Email templates for staff communications
- Booking system guides
- Discussion starters for managers
Remember, the goal isn’t to force men to see doctors — it’s to create an environment where taking care of your health is respected, supported and completely normal. Be the workplace that makes it easy for men to do the right thing for their health.
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Produced in partnership with
THE CENTRE FOR MALE HEALTH AT WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY
