Father’s Day brings attention to men’s health, self-care

Published: Jun. 21, 2026 at 5:32 PM CDT

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - As families celebrate fathers and father figures this weekend, experts say many men are still not prioritizing their own health.

Doctors say self-care is essential, even for the strongest men.

There is some good news: experts are seeing more and more men heading in for check-ups, especially among younger fathers.

Men, it is critical to recognize mental health struggles like: emotional and physical fatigue, irritability, poor focus, withdrawal from family, substance abuse, and other risky behaviors.

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