President Trump issued a statement Friday in recognition of National Men’s Health Week, calling attention to serious health disparities facing men in the United States and pledging strong federal support to improve men’s physical and mental well-being.
In the statement, the president noted that American men have a life expectancy five years shorter than women and are less likely to seek regular medical care. He cited statistics showing men often experience heart attacks roughly a decade earlier than women and face higher rates of suicide and overdose.
Trump also addressed what he described as growing cultural hostility toward masculinity, saying it has left many men feeling isolated and uncertain. He committed to policies that affirm men’s contributions and promote healthier outcomes.
As part of that effort, the president pointed to a recent executive order aimed at reducing prescription drug costs by securing most-favored-nation pricing and expanding access to affordable care. He also highlighted the work of the Make America Healthy Again Commission, which focuses on encouraging men to take preventive health measures.
