Proc. 2020-27 - Mens Health Month, 6-2020Proclamation No. 2020-27
WHEREAS despite advances in medical technology and research, men continue to live an average of five years less than women with Native American and African-American men having the lowest
life expectancy; and
WHEREAS educating the public and health care providers about the importance of a healthy lifestyle and early detection of male health problems will result in reducing rates of mortality
from disease; and
WHEREAS men who are educated about the value that preventive health can play in prolonging their lifespan and their role as productive family members will be more likely to participate
in health screenings; and
WHEREAS fathers who maintain a healthy lifestyle are role models for their children and have happier, healthier children; and
WHEREAS Men's Health Network worked with Congress to develop a national men’s health awareness period as a special campaign to help educate men, boys, and their families about the importance
of positive health attitudes and preventative health practices; and
WHEREAS the City of Huntsville Men's Health Month will focus on a broad range of men's health issues, including heart disease, mental health, diabetes, and prostate, testicular and colon
cancer, and the citizens of this city are encouraged to increase awareness of the importance of a healthy lifestyle, regular exercise, and medical check-ups.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY PROCLAIMED, by the power vested in me as Mayor of the City of Huntsville, Texas that:
June 2020
be declared: Men’s Health Month
in the City of Huntsville and encourage all citizens to pursue preventative health practices
and early detection efforts.
PROCLAIMED AND SIGNED on this the 2th day of June 2020.
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Andy Brauninger, Mayor