Men’s Health Week 2025: Why It Matters in the Welding and Trades Industry

This week marks Men’s Health Week 2025 — a vital opportunity to raise awareness about the health challenges men face, especially in physically demanding and high-pressure professions like welding and other skilled trades.

This week marks Men’s Health Week 2025 — a vital opportunity to raise awareness about the health challenges men face, especially in physically demanding and high-pressure professions like welding and other skilled trades.

Held annually during the week leading up to Father’s Day in June, Men’s Health Week was established by the Men’s Health Forum to shine a light on preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment. This year's focus is on encouraging men to speak up, take action, and support each other, both on site and off.

The Hidden Health Crisis in Trades:

Working in trades like welding, fabrication, and construction brings its own set of physical and mental health challenges. Long hours, demanding environments, and exposure to hazards can take their toll.

Here are just a few statistics that underline the importance of Men’s Health Week in the industry:

• 82% of tradespeople have experienced stress, anxiety, or depression due to work.
• 92% feel uncomfortable talking about it with colleagues or employers.
• Thousands of welders and fabricators across the UK suffer from work-related breathing issues due to long-term exposure to fumes and poor air quality in workshops and job sites.

This isn’t just a personal issue — it’s an industry-wide concern. Healthier workers are safer, more productive, and better equipped to do the job for the long term.

Why It’s Time to Talk

Mental health is still a difficult subject in male-dominated industries. The culture of “cracking on” and staying silent can lead to problems going unnoticed until they become serious.

At Welding Superstore, we’re encouraging everyone in the trade to check in with themselves and their mates. Whether it’s taking a break, using proper PPE, or just having a chat, small steps can make a big difference.

What You Can Do

Here are a few practical ways to look after your health this Men’s Health Week and beyond:

• Use proper fume extraction and respiratory protection on the job.
• Talk openly about mental health — even a quick chat can help someone feel less alone.
• Take regular breaks and look after your body with proper rest and hydration.
• Reach out if you’re struggling. Help is available.

Useful UK Resources

If you or someone you know needs support, here are some trusted places to turn:

• Men’s Health Forum – Campaigns and resources for Men’s Health Week
• Mates in Mind – Mental health support for the construction and trades industries
• NHS Every Mind Matters – Free mental health support and self-help tools
• Construction Industry Helpline – Confidential helpline for construction workers and families

Your Health Matters

This Men’s Health Week, let’s make a commitment to protect what matters most — your health. At Welding Superstore, we’re proud to support the people who keep workshops, job sites and industries moving. Let’s keep looking out for each other.

For more safety tips, protective gear, and fume extraction solutions, explore our shop or get in touch with our team.