In observance of Men’s Health Month, June 2025 marked a pivotal moment in the national push to improve men’s engagement in preventive healthcare. On June 21, in coordination with a White House proclamation earlier in the month, health systems across the United States expanded their telehealth offerings to better reach male patients—especially those reluctant to engage with traditional in-person care.
The White House proclamation, issued June 13, underscored critical disparities: men in the U.S. visit doctors less frequently than women, are more likely to delay preventive care, and have a life expectancy that trails women’s by nearly five years. These patterns contribute to men being more likely to suffer from preventable conditions such as heart disease and depression. The federal call to action highlighted these realities and encouraged healthcare systems to prioritize outreach through modern, accessible channels—including telemedicine.
In response, hospitals and healthcare providers across the country launched specialized virtual care services under the banner of “tele-prevention bundles.” These packages typically include three virtual screenings: one for blood pressure monitoring, another for cholesterol risk evaluation, and a third for depression or mental health assessment. The bundles are designed to be affordable and are often provided through partnerships with employers or insurance providers.
These targeted initiatives are already showing early signs of success. Pilot data from several major health networks show a 30% increase in male participation in preventive services compared to the same period in 2024. Healthcare providers attribute this boost to the ease and flexibility of scheduling telehealth appointments, along with the comfort of being able to consult with doctors from home.
“Men tend to avoid doctor visits unless absolutely necessary,” explained Dr. Keith Sanders, a primary care physician with a leading health network in Ohio. “But when we introduced virtual wellness visits, many of our male patients were willing to take that first step. We’re seeing those initial check-ins lead to in-person follow-ups—something that hasn’t happened at this scale before.”
The strategy taps into a broader national trend: healthcare is increasingly being delivered virtually, and not just for acute needs. Preventive care, once a cornerstone of in-office primary care, is now being reimagined as a hybrid experience—one that begins with a digital interaction and seamlessly transitions to physical exams, lab work, or further diagnostics as needed.
Public health experts see the timing of this initiative—during Men’s Health Month—as an important factor. June offers a natural window for public awareness campaigns and community partnerships focused on closing health gaps. Integrating these messages with actionable tools like tele-prevention services is seen as a winning formula for changing long-standing behaviors among men.
This transformation is also supported by federal policy. In 2025, lawmakers extended key telehealth flexibilities originally introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic, including coverage parity for virtual visits and expanded access through Medicare and Medicaid. These provisions have made it easier for health systems to deliver—and get reimbursed for—preventive services remotely, further fueling innovation.
Crucially, these new tele-prevention bundles don’t just focus on physical health. Mental health screenings are a core component. Given that men are statistically more likely to die by suicide and often underreport symptoms of depression and anxiety, integrating mental wellness into primary care via telehealth could be a game-changer. Preliminary feedback indicates that many men are more comfortable discussing sensitive issues in a virtual setting than face-to-face.
Healthcare systems are now exploring ways to make these services permanent. There is growing interest in integrating wearable health tech, home diagnostic kits, and AI-driven risk assessments into telehealth platforms. These tools could provide ongoing data to support personalized prevention plans and timely medical interventions.
Employers are also taking note. Several large corporations, particularly those in industries with predominantly male workforces, have started offering tele-prevention bundles as part of their employee wellness benefits. “This isn’t just good for health—it’s smart business,” said Alicia Torres, Director of Benefits at a national manufacturing firm. “Healthier employees mean fewer missed days, lower long-term costs, and better morale.”
If early participation rates continue and clinical outcomes follow, tele-prevention may soon become a cornerstone of men’s healthcare. Public health leaders hope that virtual-first approaches can reverse troubling trends in male mortality by creating low-barrier, high-value entry points to the healthcare system.
In short, June 2025 may be remembered not just as another Men’s Health Month, but as the moment when technology and targeted outreach began to reshape the future of men’s preventive care in America.