The UNC Men's Health Program, which aims to address the silent health crisis among men, is supporting research designed to address the healthcare and social issues of Men's Health through NC TraCS.

The average man prioritizes too many things over his health, is likely to drink alcohol and use tobacco, make riskier choices, and go for extended periods without seeing a physician. Compounding these issues, many of the major health risks that these men face can be prevented by following a healthy lifestyle and getting regular physician screening.

Research that we are interested in supporting may include:

• Rural men's health
• Minority men's health
• Incarcerated men's health
• Men's sexual health
• Metabolic diseases affecting men
• Risk-taking behavior in men
• Impact of men's health on families
• Men's malignant disease
• Men's healthcare access
• Men's behaviors in seeking healthcare
• Epidemiology

Researchers interested in pursuing matching funds from the UNC Men's Health Program for NC TraCS pilot grants must contact the UNC’s Men’s Health Program by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for approval before applying to the Pilot Program.

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