HRES 495119th CongressIntroduced

Supporting the designation of the week of June 9 through June 15, 2025, as "National Men's Health Week".

Introduced: Jun 10, 2025

Healthcare

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H. Res. 495 is a non-binding House resolution introduced in the 119th Congress to designate June 9–15, 2025 as “National Men’s Health Week.” The measure expresses the House’s support for recognizing the week and urges the President to issue a proclamation calling on Americans and interested groups to observe it with appropriate activities. The resolution gathers and cites statistics and concerns about men’s health to emphasize the importance of awareness, early detection, and preventive care. It does not create new programs, authorize spending, or change existing law; its effect is largely symbolic, aimed at encouraging public awareness and engagement in men’s health issues.

Key Points

1Designation of National Men’s Health Week: The resolution designates June 9–15, 2025 as National Men’s Health Week and invites observance through ceremonies and activities.
2Emphasis on male health disparities and risks: It highlights that men, on average, have shorter life expectancy than women and face higher mortality from heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and unintentional injuries; it also notes higher disease burdens among African-American and Hispanic men and mental health concerns such as suicide.
3Importance of early detection and preventive care: The text stresses the value of early screening tools (e.g., prostate-specific antigen tests, blood pressure and cholesterol screening) and regular checkups to improve outcomes for conditions like prostate cancer, colorectal cancer, testicular cancer, and other male-focused health issues.
4Historical and social context: It recalls that National Men’s Health Week was established by Congress in 1994 and is observed nationwide, with proclamations from governors and local officials.
5Non-binding, informational nature: The resolution is a symbolic, non-appropriative action intended to encourage awareness and public engagement; it does not authorize funding or create new federal programs.

Impact Areas

Primary group/area affected: Men in the United States, particularly those at higher risk for heart disease, cancer (notably prostate, colorectal, and testicular cancers), diabetes, and mental health concerns; also targets for preventive screening and health-promoting behaviors.Secondary group/area affected: Health care providers, public health agencies, community organizations, and families who may participate in or promote health-awareness activities during National Men’s Health Week.Additional impacts: May increase public and media attention on men’s health, foster collaborations for awareness campaigns, and encourage preventive health behaviors. As a non-binding resolution, it does not commit federal funding or require new federal programs, so fiscal impact is likely minimal; any effects would depend on subsequent actions by federal agencies or partner organizations prompted by the observance.

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