Men's Health Caucus, American Public Health Association

09/24/2026

We are pleased to announce and welcome the newly elected leadership of the Men’s Health Caucus of the American Public Health Association (APHA).

Congratulations to our new Board members! Your willingness to serve represents a commitment to advancing the health and well-being of men and boys and to strengthening the public health systems, research, programs, and policies that support healthier communities. Our newly elected leaders will officially begin their terms following the APHA Annual Meeting in December 2026.

09/22/2026

In honor of National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, your family is encouraged to make healthy changes together.

• Get active outside and indoors: Walk around the neighborhood, go on a bike ride, play basketball at the park, or have a dance party indoors.

• Limit screen time: Keep screen time (time spent on the computer, watching TV, or playing video games) to 2 hours or less a day. For children under 18 months, screen time should be limited to video chatting with family.

• Make healthy meals: Buy and serve more vegetables, fruits, and whole-grain foods.

• Drink up: Serve water or low-fat dairy instead of sugary drinks.

Check out this fact sheet for tips to help kids find their way to play:https://odphp.health.gov/sites/default/files/2021-04/PAG_YSS_FactSheet_4.26.21_0.pdf

09/15/2026

What do you know about your prostate cancer risk? This Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, take a moment to learn your risk factors, understand your screening options, and make informed decisions about your health. Because when it comes to prostate cancer, awareness is one of the most powerful tools you have.

https://www.aacr.org/patients-caregivers/awareness-months/prostate-cancer-awareness-month/

08/10/2026

Today is the last day to submit your nomination for the Men's Health Caucus Leadership Board

Interested in serving?
Please submit the following to [email protected] or the link https://lnkd.in/givyW52Q
- A Statement of Interest describing why you would like to serve
-A Brief Professional Bio
All nominees must be current members of both APHA and the Men's Health Caucus.
Learn more about us: https://lnkd.in/g5BrAZDc

The following positions are open
Treasurer
Program Planners (2)
Policy Chair
Secretary
Communications Chair

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08/07/2026

Leadership Opportunity with the Men's Health Caucus – Nomination Deadline Extended

The Men's Health Caucus extends its sincere appreciation to all of our members for your continued dedication, engagement, and support. Your commitment drives our mission to advance men's health and health equity through advocacy, education, and collaboration.

To ensure everyone has the opportunity to participate, we have extended the nomination deadline for the 2026 Men's Health Caucus Leadership Committee. Due to a technical issue, our online nomination form was temporarily unable to accept submissions. The issue has now been resolved, and we appreciate your patience.

🗓 New Nomination Deadline: Monday, August 10, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (ET)

Serving in a leadership role is a meaningful opportunity to help shape the future of the Caucus, support national public health initiatives, and collaborate with professionals committed to improving the health and well-being of men and boys.

Interested in serving? Learn more about each leadership position and its responsibilities here:
https://mcusercontent.com/75f961cc271e4d853005da5b5/files/9de40afa-8cdb-b1f5-06b8-d1d4de8ee879/Men_039_s_Health_Caucus_2026_Officer_Election_Information_and_Officer_Duties_1_.pdf

To submit your nomination, complete the online nomination form or email your biography and statement of interest to [email protected]

We encourage all interested members to consider this opportunity to contribute their expertise and help strengthen the future of the Men's Health Caucus.

07/21/2026

Congratulations to the Indian Health Service on the launch of their new Men's Health website!

The Men's Health Caucus is proud to partner with the Indian Health Service in advancing awareness of men's health and recognizing excellence in the field through the Bothwell Awards.

This partnership reflects our shared commitment to improving the health and well-being of men and boys by highlighting leaders, organizations, and initiatives that are making a meaningful impact in communities across the country.

We invite you to visit the Indian Health Service's new Men's Health site, explore their partnerships page, and learn more about the Bothwell Awards and the outstanding individuals they recognize.

Together, we are building stronger partnerships, amplifying important conversations, and advancing health equity for all men and boys.

Congratulations again to the Indian Health Service on this exciting milestone. We look forward to the continued impact of our collaboration!

https://www.ihs.gov/menshealth/

https://www.ihs.gov/menshealth/partnerships/

07/20/2026

Now Accepting Nominations: Men's Health Caucus Executive Committee

The Men's Health Caucus (MHC) of the American Public Health Association (APHA) is seeking passionate and dedicated leaders to serve on our Executive Committee for the upcoming two-year term.

We are currently accepting nominations for the following positions:

🔹 Program Planning Co-chair (2 positions)

🔹 Secretary

🔹 Treasurer

🔹 Policy Chair

🔹 Communications Chair

🔹 Membership Chair

Serving on the Executive Committee is a meaningful opportunity to advance men's health by helping shape Caucus programming, policy initiatives, member engagement, communications, and organizational leadership.

Interested in serving?

Complete the nomination application here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScEvT_Fud0Q8qjn5lkhQ2-Y5ln1z28Vm8H65FM2u2PVGvE0Qg/viewform

As part of the application, you will be asked to submit:

✅ A Statement of Interest describing why you would like to serve

✅ A Brief Professional Biography

All nominees must be current members of both the American Public Health Association (APHA) and the Men's Health Caucus.

If you have any questions about the nomination process or officer positions, please contact the Men's Health Caucus at [email protected].

Whether your passion is program planning, advocacy, communications, finance, or member engagement, we encourage you to consider becoming part of our leadership team and helping advance the health and well-being of men and boys.

Join us in strengthening the voice for men's health and helping shape the future of the Caucus. We encourage members from all backgrounds and career stages to consider serving!

06/24/2026

Men’s Health Panel Discussion
Join the Men’s Health Caucus for an engaging panel discussion, hosted by Southern New Hampshire University

🩺 Men’s Health Panel Discussion
📅 June 24
⏰ 12–1 p.m. ET
Register Now: https://cne.snhu.edu/content/mens-health-matters-interdisciplinary-panel

Hear from experts as they discuss current challenges, emerging trends, prevention strategies, and opportunities to improve health outcomes for men and boys.
This important conversation will highlight the value of awareness, education, preventive care, and community support in advancing men’s health.

06/23/2026

Join the Men's Health Caucus TODAY!

Join this virtual training from Men’s Health Caucus of the APHA on June 23, 2026, 1-3:30pm EST to learn how to advocate effectively for boys’ and men’s health

Open to anyone passionate about improving the wellbeing of boys and men!

Register: https://mhctraining.eventbrite.com/

06/22/2026

TOMORROW!
Boys and men face significant health disparities including higher rates of chronic disease, death by su***de, drug overdose, and premature mortality. Policy change is a key part of the solution

Join this virtual training from Men’s Health Caucus of the APHA on June 23, 2026, 1-3:30pm EST to learn how to advocate effectively for boys’ and men’s health
Open to anyone passionate about improving the wellbeing of boys and men!
Register: https://mhctraining.eventbrite.com/