Representatives Rich McCormick (R-GA) and Troy Carter (D-LA) – Co-Chairs of the Congressional Men’s Health Caucus – convened the inaugural Men’s Health Conference just last week.
What was this event for? This event brought together lawmakers and focused on advancing awareness and policy discussions surrounding men's mental health, preventative care, and chronic disease prevention.
What lawmakers are saying:
- Rep. McCormick: “I was proud to speak today at the inaugural Men’s Health Conference. Men and young boys face unique challenges, and it takes a concerted, nationwide effort to ensure that we can break the stigma around both the mental and physical health of men everywhere. Honored to work with Reps. Troy Carter, Ted Lieu, Neal Dunn on these issues to assure that we are meeting the needs of men everywhere.”
- Rep. Carter: “I was proud to host the inaugural Men’s Health Conference dedicated to reducing stigma and changing the conversation around men’s healthcare. This conference isn’t just about improving men’s personal outcomes - it’s about breaking harmful habits, making informed decisions, and prioritizing health in a way that protects not just individuals but the whole community.”
Context: Alongside lawmakers, the event brought together healthcare experts, patient advocates, and industry leaders to discuss critical health challenges facing men across the United States.
Reps. McCormick and Carter led the conference, alongside Vice-Chairs Representatives Ted Lieu (D-CA), Robert Menendez (D-NJ), and Neal Dunn (R-FL).
The conference displayed a breadth of bipartisan leadership and underscored the Caucus's commitment to making this issue a shared national priority, regardless of ideological alignment. In total, the Caucus consists of 33 Members from both sides of the aisle.
The conference featured two focused panel discussions, with each exploring a critical dimension of the crisis.
The first panel focused on mental health and wellness. Central to the discussion was the cultural stigma that continues to prevent men from seeking mental health support.
The second panel focused on the importance of preventative screenings. Central to this discussion was the life-saving power of early detection and the policy barriers that continue to leave too many men unscreened and underserved.
