General News
16 June, 2026
Men’s Health Week underway
MDHS is inviting local men, and the families and friends who support them, to take a moment to focus on health and wellbeing during Men’s Health week.
Starting yesterday and running through to June 21, Men’s Health Week is celebrated around the world as an opportunity to put men’s health in the spotlight.
MDHS’ Allied Health manager Maddy Jeffrey said this week is a reminder that good health is a long-term commitment.
“Men’s Health Week is an important reminder for our local men that looking after our health should not be something we put off until there is a problem,” she said.
“Good health is about more than treating illness or injury. It’s about staying connected, looking after our wellbeing and knowing how to seek information and support when we need it.”
Throughout the week, MDHS nurses and allied health staff will be spending time in community settings across the district to have informal conversations about physical, mental and social wellbeing, how to access health information, and learn about the services available locally.
“We know that many important conversations happen in community spaces where people already feel comfortable. By bringing our staff into these settings, we hope to make it easier for men and their families to ask questions, learn more about preventative health and connect with local service,” Ms Jeffrey said.
MDHS will hold an informal drop-in session at Maryborough Golf Club today, June 16, from 12 to 1 pm.
Community members are invited to meet with nurses and allied health staff, ask questions and access health information and resources in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
“Small conversations can have a big impact. Whether you’re looking for information, support or simply an opportunity to check in on your wellbeing, we encourage you to come along and have a chat,” Ms Jeffrey said.
MDHS hope to encourage more people to engage with their health and wellbeing and connect with the services available in their community through these sessions.