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 Man Up at the Rising Pint Brewfest May 7, 2013  We are excited to announce that we will be participating in The Rising Pint Brewfest at Rentschler Field from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on May 11. -- read more  CCSU's Healthyfellows: College Men’s Health Forum March 14, 2013  On Wednesday, April 3, Central Connecticut State University will host their 5th annual Healthyfellows: College Men's Health Forum. -- read more DPH: March is Colorectal Awareness Month March 4, 2013  Colorectal cancer is often preventable and treatable if you obtain proper screenings. -- read more O’Man: Trade that pub crawl for a 5k! February 28, 2013  Hartford Marathon Foundation offers some options for you to “Man Up” this St. Patrick’s season. -- read more Scary Fact: Testicular Cancer February 26, 2013  Keep your eye on the ball and get to the doctor if you think something's wrong. It's easier to bounce back when you're proactive. -- larger image Scary Fact: Heart Attacks February 21, 2013  Ever wonder what that ticking sound really is? -- larger image Scary Fact: Diabetes February 20, 2013  What you don't know could be killing you. -- larger image The Art of Persuasion February 20, 2013  Persuasion is a form of art. It can also be a lifesaver, particularly when it involves convincing a loved one to see a doctor. -- read more UConn Health Center Opens Southington Office February 5, 2013  It's easier to "Man Up" in the Southington area. UConn Health Center has announced a NEW Southington office providing a range of services including orthopaedic care, ear, nose and throat (ENT) care, surgery, urology, dermatology, breast health, vascular surgery, and OB-Gyn. -- read more Man Up Your Super Bowl Party With Healthy Appetizers January 30, 2013  There are endless ways to Man Up your appetizers. Food Network has slimmed down every classic Super Bowl appetizer and beyond. Take a look. -- read more In Case You Missed It: The Man Up Roundtable January 28, 2013  On January 23, Comptroller Kevin Lembo convened the Man Up Roundtable - an open discussion between policymakers, patients, health care providers and others aimed at eliminating the health care disparity between men and women. -- read more Stay in the Game With Free Screenings January 24, 2013  The Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) is urging men and women across the state to get recommended screenings for colorectal cancer through their awareness campaign, Stay in the Game. -- read more CTNewsJunkie | OP-ED | Man Up January 22, 2013  On Monday, CTNewsJunkie ran an OP-ED penned by Comptroller Kevin Lembo reiterating the importance of preventative health care for men. -- read more The Man Up Roundtable January 18, 2013  Comproller Kevin Lembo will host an informational roundtable to discuss the significant health disparity between men and women. The roundtable will feature representatives from the private and public sector, including medical professionals and policy makers. -- read more Man Up your Super Bowl by swapping Buffalo Wings for Buffalo Cauliflower January 17, 2013  Courtesy of skinnytaste.com, this healthy take on a gameday standard will help you Man Up on Super Bowl Sunday and not feel guilty on "Why Did I Eat That" Monday. -- read more Connecticut Restaurateur Bobby Flay Helps You Get Fit January 16, 2013  Food Network personality, and Connecticut restaurateur, Bobby Flay is spending the week dishing out fitness tips and healthy recipes for a project called "Bobby Flay Fit." The first installment focuses on moderation as the key component to your new, healthy lifestyle. -- read more Tailgating Challenge on Cablevision's Neighborhood Journal December 12, 2012  Cablevision's "Neighborhood Journal" chronicles the Man Up Tailgating Challenge - an event that raised men's health awareness by combining fun, family activities and free wellness screenings. The event was a partnership between Connecticut State Comptroller Kevin Lembo, the UConn Health Center and UConn Football. -- watch the video Ready to Quit Smoking? December 10, 2012  Did you know that smoking prevalence is significantly higher among men? According to recent data by the American Lung Association, approximately 23.5 percent of males smoked compared to 17.9 percent of females. -- read more You're Never Too Young to Man Up! December 4, 2012  Proving that everyone can make a difference, a group of charitable youngsters, their teachers and principal have spent the last month raising money for cancer awareness. -- read more  Dan Update: The Final Stache November 30, 2012  Today marks the official end of "Movember" and our friend Dan of Amenta/Emma Architects has spent the month growing a cancer-conquering mustache in hopes of raising awareness (and money) for cancer research. -- read more Dan Update: One Week To Go November 23, 2012  With the clock ticking down towards the end of "Movember" let's see how our friend Dan of Amenta/Emma Architects is doing in his quest to spread cancer awareness through the art of mustache-growing. -- read more Dan Update: Mustache After Two Weeks November 16, 2012  Our friend Dan of Amenta/Emma Architects is halfway through "Movember" and has quite the 'stache to show for it. Check out last week's update and judge Dan's progress for yourself. -- read more Dan Update: One Week In November 9, 2012  Last week, we met Dan of Amenta/Emma Architects. Our clean-shaven friend had just begun his month-long journey of mustache growing and cancer awareness for "Movember." -- read more ESPN's Stuart Scott: "It's Time to Man Up!" November 7, 2012  Stuart Scott, ESPN personality and three-time cancer survivor, shares his story and tells men "it's time to Man Up!" -- watch the video Meet Dan: Currently Moustache-less November 1, 2012  Our first Stache-Board Report comes from clean-shaven Dan and his colleagues at Amenta/Emma Architects in Hartford. -- read more Who in CT Has a Mustache? Man Up! It’s Movember! November 1, 2012  The Man Up campaign would like to give a nod to the annual international Movember movement – a month-long mustache-growing sensation that raises funds and awareness for men’s health! -- read more A Welcome Message October 25, 2012  Welcome to the Man Up blog! As men, we resist talking about our health – and we would rather rally for a sports team than a cure. However, there are countless personal health stories and facts that men in Connecticut, and beyond, need to share about men’s health. -- read more Skin Cancer Skyrockets for Men October 25, 2012  Men are more likely to suffer from some of the most serious life-threatening conditions. That includes skin cancer. Everyone should be screened for skin cancer, because both men and women are at risk. However, the rate of skin cancer among men – when compared to women – is particularly troubling. -- read more Know Your Number! October 25, 2012  I am a 21-year survivor of prostate cancer. Growing up as a black male in America had its challenges. Two combat tours in Vietnam also had its challenges. However, nothing in my life was as devastating as being told that I had cancer. -- read more Scary Fact: Doctor's Visits October 25, 2012  Men are losing the fight against disease. It's time to man up. -- larger image |
  
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