In our 2026 survey, 8.7% of men reported that feeling isolated impacted their mental health.
Awareness around men’s health is improving, and 46.3% of men say they’re more health-conscious than five years ago. But men are still susceptible to certain health challenges, with mental health and loneliness being areas of concern, so how can we support men’s health at work?
Men look to their colleagues for support
Two-thirds of men say they’re comfortable talking to their colleagues about their mental health, presenting an opportunity for trusted managers to provide support in the workplace.
Key qualities for managers, according to working men:
- Understanding and compassionate: 68.2%
- Available to talk: 43.3%
- Able to make provision for support when needed: 41.4%
Preventative action is a priority
Many of the most popular health initiatives among men enable them to proactively support their health, such as online GP services and regular health checks.
Most popular wellbeing initiatives for men:
- Health check-ups: 30%
- Private Health Insurance: 16.6%
- Counselling: 15.4%
- Mental health days off: 17.9%
Quick reference links and resources
- NHS Health Checks: Free health checks for people aged 40-74
- Men’s Health Forum: Offers ‘man manuals’ full of health information
- CALM: A charity that helps people end their misery, not their lives.
Data source: Westfield Health Workplace Wellbeing Survey 2026. 2,000 participants from across the UK.