In 2005, men in Baltimore were expected to live an average of 8 years less than women.  Men in Baltimore are more likely to die of treatable and preventable causes like cancer, heart disease, diabetes, HIV, homicide, and accidents.  And yet, men in Baltimore are also less likely to have access to a doctor.  There are approximately 170,000 men living in the city between the ages of 18 and 65.  It is estimated that at least one-third of them, approximately 60,000, have no health insurance. 

We must do better as a city.  Blue Suit Weekend aims to increase awareness and services around men’s health.  It is a unique partnership between the faith community and hospitals.  To complement the activities, the Health Department has identified 6 key recommendations for men’s health in Baltimore:

• Find a doctor and know your numbers
• Know your HIV status
• Exercise and eat healthy
• Take steps to avoid violence
• Avoid tobacco
• Know about how to access treatment for addiction

Vascular, Ear, Nose and Throat, Body Mass Index, Blood Pressure and Glucose Screenings
Bon Secours Hospital, Pulaski and Baltimore Street
Contact: (410) 362-3575
Sponsor: Bon Secours Baltimore Health System

Blood Pressure and Diabetes Screenings
Union Baptist Church, 1219 Druid Hill Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217
(Available before, during and after Sunday service)
Contact: Rev. Alvin Hathaway (410) 523-6880
Sponsor: Total Health Care, Inc.

Blood Pressure and Diabetes Screenings
The Empowerment Temple, 4217 Primrose Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21215
(Available before, between and after services as not to disrupt Sunday services)
Contact: Alma Myles (443) 413-7686
Sponsor: Total Health Care, Inc.

Free Prostate Cancer Screenings
Helping Other People through Empowerment
1426 Fairmount Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21213
Sponsor: Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center

Free Prostate Cancer Screenings for eligible men up to 80 years
Pre-registration preferred, but walk-ins accepted until 11:30 AM. Call (410) 337-1479 for eligibility requirements.
St. Joseph Medical Center - Cancer Institute
7601 Osler Drive, Towson, MD 21204
Sponsor: St. Joseph Medical Center

Events Sponsored by Sinai and Northwest Hospital Center:
For eligibility and appointments, please call (410) 601-9355

Health Fair, Randallstown Library
Screenings include: Free Blood Pressure and Breathing Screenings; Blood Profile ($25 fee); Heart Health Assessment with results reviewed by a cardiologist ($10 fee)

Peripheral Arterial (Vascular) Disease Screenings (for those not diagnosed)
Northwest Hospital Outpatient Center
Pre-registration is required

Two Part Series: Finding Peace in a Stressful World
Northwest Hospital Education Center
Pre-registration is required

Diabetes Management Class: "Diabetes and Your Diet" with Michele Acolatse, R.D., L.D. Also, "Diabetes and Lower Extremity Care: Prevention and Treatment" with N. Paul Zemankiewicz, D.O.
Northwest Hospital Education Center
Pre-registration is required

Prostate Cancer Screenings
Northwest Hospital Education Center
Pre-registration is required

Blood Pressure Screenings
Boscov's - Owings Mills Mall
Pre-registration is not required

"Up in Smoke": Five week quit smoking plan funded by the Baltimore City Health Department including nicotine replacement, behavioral modification and support.
Northwest Hospital Education Center
Pre-registration is required

"Up in Smoke": Five week quit smoking plan funded by the Baltimore City Health Department including nicotine replacement, behavioral modification and support.
Sinai Hospital Cancer Institute
Pre-registration is required

Prostate Cancer Screenings - More men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year than any other cancer.
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Radiation Oncology Lobby
2007 - September 25, October 9, November 13
2008 - March 4, April 8, May 6, June 3, September 23, October 22, November 18
Please call (443) 849-3080 to register

Voice Screenings
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Dance, Head and Neck Center
Voice screenings are held the fourth Thursday of each month.
Please call (443) 849-2087 to register.

Skin Cancer Screenings - Over 59,000 people will be diagnosed with melanoma this year.
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Radiation Oncology Lobby
2008 - April 29, May 20, June 17, September 9
Please call (443) 849-3080 to register