With 42% of men skipping preventative care, improving these 4 health categories is critical

Published June 18, 2026 3:00 PM EDT 6 Min Read

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Key insight: Learn how employers can materially increase male preventive-care uptake through targeted benefits communication.
Expert quote: Clear insurance communication and step-by-step access information drive preventive appointment participation. – Whitney Stidom
Supporting data: 42% of men skipped recommended preventive care last year, per eHealth data.
Source: Bullets generated by AI with editorial review

Halfway through Men’s Health Month, new data from eHealth reveals it’s the perfect opportunity for benefit leaders to advocate for better participation in preventive care.

Lee Hafner

Editor

Lee joined the EBN team in 2022, and covers areas including caregiving, employee health and wellness, healthcare innovation, and company culture. She created EBN's popular Benefits in Action and … Read full bio

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