Men’s Health Awareness: A Mid-Year Check In on Well-Being
As the year reaches its midpoint, June offers an opportunity to pause and reflect on personal well-being. Men’s Health Awareness Month encourages individuals to take a closer look at the habits, routines and choices that support both physical and mental health throughout the year.
Health is not only about addressing concerns when they arise; it is also about taking proactive steps to support long term well-being. Preventive care, healthy habits, stress management, physical activity and work life balance all contribute to overall health and quality of life.
Daily responsibilities, work demands and personal commitments can make it easy to put health on the back burner. A mid-year check-in is a good time to evaluate what is working well, identify areas that may need more attention and make small adjustments that support healthier routines moving forward.
Many men delay routine medical appointments or overlook early warning signs due to busy schedules or the tendency to “push through” health concerns. Small, consistent actions such as scheduling annual checkups, improving sleep habits, staying active and managing stress can make a meaningful difference over time.
This month, consider one simple question:
Have I prioritized my health and well-being during the first half of the year?
A mid-year reset does not have to feel overwhelming. Introducing intentional activities can help build healthier habits that can carry into the rest of the year.
The workplace can play an important role in supporting employee wellness; starting with encouragement and creating a culture where health is viewed as a priority rather than an afterthought.
Easy Monthly Touchpoints
These can be shared via email, chat or a bulletin board.
Mid-Year Wellness Prompts
Workplace Wellness Ideas
Encourage participation in ways that feel supportive, practical, and inclusive.
ADA Accommodations: Traps for the Unwary
The ADA accommodation process can be very complex and fraught with pitfalls for employers unfamiliar with their legal obligations. Even experienced, well-intentioned employers may make major mistakes, resulting in costly lawsuits and reputational harm. This Compliance Overview highlights common traps that employers may fall into when processing an employee’s accommodation request.
ICE Changes Several Form I-9 Technical Violations to Substantive Violations
Employers that fail to properly complete or retain I-9 forms can be subject to costly civil monetary penalties. Fines can range from a few hundred dollars to several million dollars, depending on the offense and the frequency of offenses. Employers should review the updated fact sheet and consider conducting an internal Form I-9 audit to identify and correct any paperwork errors before any federal worksite enforcement investigations. Employers should also review their processes for completing and retaining I-9 forms to reduce the risk of errors and violations.
More about Completing Form I-9
Each month, we’ll spotlight a few easy, optional ways to connect, spark conversation, and add a little fun to the workday. Join in whenever it works for you.
June 3rd – Global Running Day
(Every step counts, even the small ones.)
Engagement Ideas:
Poll: Morning workouts, lunchtime walks, evening exercise, or “still working on it.”
Start a “movement minutes” challenge where employees track any type of activity (not just running), including walking or stretching.
June 9th – Natl Meal Prep Day
(Small planning habits can make busy weeks easier.)
Engagement Ideas:
Poll: Meal prep fan, last minute meals, takeout survivor, or somewhere in between.
Share your easy go-to meal, snack, or grocery shortcut you rely on during busy weeks.
June 18th – Natl Picnic Day
(Sometimes the best break is outdoors.)
Engagement Ideas:
Poll: Do you prefer to dine indoors or outdoors?
Share a favorite picnic food; ask employees to vote on favorite healthy lunch options or easy go to meals (this will be helpful for your next lunch gathering).
June 23rd – Hydration Day
(A reminder to recharge and refocus.)
Engagement Ideas:
Host a “Hydration Station” with infused water options such as lemon, cucumber, berries, or mint.
Start a friendly hydration challenge with optional water tracking for the day; create a water break “bingo” card to encourage friendly competition and give out small gifts like electrolyte packets, flavored water enhancers, herbal teas or drink tumblers.