Blue November:
gentlemen, a blood test can save your life.

Prostate, testicle, mental health: the three topics men avoid. Doctors are asking them to talk about it, and to see a doctor.

After Pink October, November is men's health month. Urologists' finding is simple: men see doctors less than women and are followed less closely. Younger generations are changing things, but slowly.

Three reflexes to remember

The prostate.It is the most diagnosed cancer in men in many countries. Treated early, it responds very well. Screening is a blood test, every year from age 50, or from 45 if there are cases in the family.

The testicle.This cancer mainly affects young men aged 18 to 35. Self-examination is a simple gesture. If in doubt, make an appointment with your doctor.

Mood.Social pressure pushes many men to stay silent, or to “hold on” in harmful ways. Yet they also suffer from depression. Walking into a psychiatrist's or psychologist's office is nothing to be ashamed of.

The role of the company

A man who does not go to the doctor will more easily attend a talk held at his workplace. That is the idea behind Veezen's Blue Sessions: doctors facing the teams, clear answers, and a screening appointment booked before leaving.

Source: RTS, “Movember: screening and mental health, the reflexes to adopt”, November 2026, with Dr Laurent Vaucher, urologist. This article does not replace medical advice.