Men’s Health Week 2025: Let’s Talk Health in Construction

From Monday 9th to Sunday 15th June, the UK marks Men’s Health Week 2025 – a national campaign dedicated to raising awareness of men’s physical and mental health. And in the construction and property services industry, the need to talk, act, and support each other has never been more urgent.

A Health Crisis Hiding in Plain Sight

Construction is a male-dominated industry, with over 86% of the workforce identifying as male. Yet behind the scenes, the health statistics are stark:

• Suicide is the biggest killer of men under 50 in the UK.

• Men working in construction are 3.7 times more likely to take their own lives than the national average.

• The sector sees some of the highest rates of musculoskeletal disorders, hearing damage, and exposure to harmful substances.

• 62% of construction workers report mental health as a concern – but only 5% have discussed it with their employer.

These aren’t just numbers. They reflect colleagues, friends, and loved ones – many of whom are suffering in silence.

Changing the Culture Starts With Conversation

Construction can be high pressure. Long hours, tight deadlines, and physically demanding work all take a toll. Add to that the ‘tough it out’ mentality often ingrained in male-dominated sectors, and it’s easy to see why many men don't seek help when they need it most.

Men’s Health Week 2025 is a chance to break that silence.

Whether it’s encouraging your team to talk more openly, introducing toolbox talks focused on mental health, or signposting support services on-site and in offices, the message is clear: it’s okay not to be okay.

This Week, Let’s Take Action:

• Check in on your mates – a simple “you alright?” can go a long way.

• Promote health checks and wellbeing support through your workplace.

• Review site culture – does it make space for honest conversations and breaks when needed?

• Lead from the top – when managers open up, others follow.

Organisations across the industry are stepping up – but change only happens if it reaches the boots on the ground. Let’s use this week to build a culture where health, both physical and mental, is not just talked about once a year – but embedded in how we work, lead, and look after one another.