June is Men’s Health Month: Get Awareness about MEN'S BREAST CANCER!

June marks Men’s Health Month, a time to challenge outdated beliefs and confront the lesser-known truth: men can develop breast cancer too. Although rare, male breast cancer is real — and often underdiagnosed. Many men are unaware they’re at risk, leading to delays in detection and treatment. Common signs include lumps, skin dimpling, nipple changes, or discharge. Recognizing these symptoms early can make all the difference.

At the Male Breast Cancer Global Alliance (MBCGA), we’re committed to bringing male breast cancer out of the shadows. We support men facing this disease, amplify survivor voices, and connect patients with cutting-edge care and global research. Our mission is to eliminate stigma, promote early diagnosis, and push for equity in treatment.

Men at higher risk — including those with BRCA mutations, family history, hormonal imbalances, or environmental toxin exposure — should speak with their doctors and consider regular screenings. Firefighters, veterans, and industrial workers are particularly vulnerable.

Let’s end the myth that breast cancer is only a women’s issue. It’s time to speak up, get checked, and protect our men. This Men’s Health Month, we urge every man to take charge of his health. Awareness leads to action. Action leads to survival.

Get informed. Get checked. Get involved. Visit www.mbcglobalalliance.org to learn more.

“DROP THE BIAS” is the campaign and battle cry of the Male Breast Cancer Global Alliance—a bold call to end the harmful misconception that breast cancer is a “women-only” disease. This bias in medicine, media, and society creates dangerous blind spots in care, leaving men misdiagnosed, undertreated, or ignored. It limits access to screening, support, and survivor recognition. But bias also lives within—men often avoid seeking help out of fear, stigma, or shame. “DROP THE BIAS” confronts this cultural and clinical oversight head-on, urging the world to recognize that men get breast cancer too. The campaign is not just about awareness—it’s about action. By challenging outdated assumptions, educating providers, empowering survivors, and opening dialogue, the Alliance aims to rewrite the narrative and save lives. “DROP THE BIAS” is a mission, a movement, and a message to all: equity in cancer care starts with truth.

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PHOTO INDEX

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From our award-winning poster (above), meet nine of our dads who sent us pix from their latest Father’s Day celebration. Check out their stories in our website. These courageous men (among so many others) are more than survivors—they are warriors, role models, and living proof that early detection saves lives. 

(1) Ron Whittecar (2) Marc Ruiz (3) Paul Heying Jr (4) Troy Flint (5) Keith Parker (6) Reuben Board (7) Michael Landesberg (8) Jeff Landin (9) Jason Esquerra 

Each photo captures a story of strength: dads surrounded by family, celebrating life, resilience, and the power of support. From backyards to brunch tables, these moments reflect joy reclaimed after a life-changing diagnosis of male breast cancer. Through treatment, recovery, and advocacy, these fathers now inspire others to take charge of their health and raise awareness that men get breast cancer too. We honor them and all DADS this Father’s Day and thank them for standing proudly with the Male Breast Cancer Global Alliance.

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A WORD FROM THE DOC

Father’s Day and June’s Men’s Health Month are more than annual reminders to honor the men in our lives—they’re critical moments to spark life-saving conversations. As a cancer diagnostic specialist, I’ve seen firsthand how Male Breast Cancer (MBC) continues to fly under the radar. It’s rare, but it’s very real. And too often, it’s caught late because men don’t believe it can happen to them.

MBC is not just a footnote in men’s health—it’s a serious and rising concern, especially among those with family histories, BRCA mutations, or occupational toxic exposures. That’s why being proactive is everything. If you're a man—or someone who loves one—take the first step today. Get Checked! Do a clinical breast exam. Talk to your doctor. And if you have a family history of breast or ovarian cancer, ask about genetic predisposition testing. Identifying a risk early can lead to regular monitoring and even prevention.

Men’s health is not just about muscles or heart disease—it’s about awareness, action, and knowing your body. Let’s rewrite the script on MBC, together.

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Robert L. Bard, MD

Chair of Clinical Diagnostics / www.MBCScan.com

Advisory Board Member, Male Breast Cancer Global Alliance