Congressman Troy Carter Highlights Men’s Health, Diabetes Prevention, and Sickle Cell Awareness

Congressman Troy Carter says June’s Men’s Health Month is a reminder that prevention saves lives. He recently hosted a bipartisan Men’s Health Conference focused on encouraging men to get regular checkups, address mental health concerns, and stop delaying medical care. One of the biggest concerns discussed was prostate cancer. Carter highlighted the importance of routine screenings and support for legislation that would expand access to testing for high-risk individuals. He also pointed to the American Diabetes Association’s conference in New Orleans, stressing that diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease remain major health challenges, especially in Louisiana. Carter says healthier diets, exercise, regular doctor visits, and taking prescribed medications can prevent many serious conditions. The congressman also discussed efforts to protect funding for sickle cell disease programs, including newborn screening and community-based services. He says early detection and preventive care remain the best ways to improve health outcomes and reduce costs across the healthcare system.