Doha, October 12 (QNA) - Al Jasra Cultural and Social Club organized a symposium on men's health and the simple steps that could make a substantial change, as part of the club's weekly cultural salon activities.

Moderated by writer Hanan Badie on Saturday, the event featured the participation of Dr. Aksam Yassin, Senior Consultant in Men's Health at Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC), alongside Dr. Khalid Rashid Al Rumaihi, Senior Consultant in Urology and Vice President of the Urological Society of Qatar.

Dr. Yassin noted that attention to men's health began in the 1980s, following a decades-long focus on women's health. He pointed out that the average life expectancy has risen from 64 years in the 1970s to roughly 82 years in developed countries, triggering the pressing need for early preventive measures.

He further emphasized that 80% of men worldwide only consult a physician when they are beset by serious health crises.

For his part, Dr. Al Rumaihi highlighted that since 1998, men's awareness of the importance of visiting physicians at an early age has increased. He asserted that the key objective is not merely to ensure longevity, but rather to maintain a healthy period of life free from illness through regular medical examinations.

He further indicated that HMC has embarked on implementing these testing procedures at Aisha Bint Hamad Al Attiyah Hospital, encompassing comprehensive medical analyses designed to enhance men's health. (QNA)