WELLNESS WORKBENCH
NOVEMBER 2025
Men’s Health Check: Don’t Delay, Prevent Today
October is National Health Education Week (Oct. 21–25)
In construction, we know the importance of inspections—checking equipment, reviewing safety protocols, and ensuring a strong foundation before getting to work. Your health deserves the same attention. This October, during National Health Education Week, Curry Construction is spotlighting men’s health and the power of prevention.
Why Regular Checkups Matter
Many health issues—like high blood pressure, diabetes, or even certain cancers—don’t show obvious symptoms until they’re advanced. Regular checkups and screenings help catch problems early, when they’re easier to treat.
- Annual physicals give your doctor a baseline of your overall health.
- Screenings (cholesterol, blood pressure, prostate, colon, etc.) can prevent long-term issues.
- Immunizations (like flu and tetanus shots) keep you strong on the job.
Think of it as routine maintenance for your body—the better you take care of it, the longer it lasts.
Spotlight on Physical Health
Construction takes a toll on the body. Protecting your health means being proactive.
- Check in with yourself: Feeling constantly irritable, exhausted, or detached may be signs of stress or depression.
- Joint and Muscle Care: Report nagging pain before it turns into an injury.
- Break the stigma: Seeking help isn’t weakness—it’s building resilience.
Don’t Overlook Mental Health
Just as important as physical health is what’s happening in your head. Stress, long hours, and physical strain can weigh heavily on construction workers.
- Check in with yourself: Feeling constantly irritable, exhausted, or detached may be signs of stress or depression.
- Reach out: Talking to a friend, coworker, or professional can make a big difference.
- Break the stigma: Seeking help isn’t weakness—it’s building resilience.
How to Talk to Your Doctor
Many men put off care because they’re unsure how to bring things up—or worried they’ll waste the doctor’s time. Here are a few ways to advocate for yourself:
- Prepare ahead: Write down symptoms, questions, or health concerns before your appointment.
- Be honest: Don’t downplay pain, stress, or habits. Doctors need the full picture to help.
- Ask questions: If you don’t understand something, ask your doctor to explain in plain terms.
- Follow up: Schedule your next appointment before you leave to stay consistent.
Quick Builder’s Blueprint for Health
- Schedule your annual physical.
- Ask about screenings appropriate for your age and family history, including skin checks.
- Pay attention to mental health as much as physical health.
- Don’t wait—small issues today can prevent bigger problems tomorrow.
Bottom Line: On the job, skipping an inspection can put everyone at risk. In life, skipping your own health check can do the same. This October, take the time to invest in yourself—because your health is the foundation everything else is built on.
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