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Why many fathers delay checkups for family duties
NDTV··21 Jun
On Father's Day 2026, doctors highlighted a pattern where men prioritise family health and finances over their own medical needs. Dr Satish Koul of Fortis Gurugram said work pressures and caregiving roles lead fathers to skip appointments, ignore symptoms, and neglect mental health. Maintaining personal health enables more active involvement in children's lives and models self-care for the household.
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What It Means For You
- Many fathers delay medical checkups and ignore symptoms while prioritising family obligations.
- Neglecting health can lead to chronic illness, stress, and reduced capacity to support dependents.
- Setting a self-care example teaches children that wellness matters alongside responsibility.
What's Happening
- Father's Day on June 21 highlights how men often place family needs above personal well-being.
- Dr Satish Koul of Fortis Gurugram said work pressure and family duties drive delayed doctor visits.
- The piece aligns with International Yoga Day's healthy ageing theme on the same date.
Caregivers Need Care
- Doctors say fathers frequently skip appointments and overlook mental health needs.
- Good health enables more active involvement in children's lives and daily family activities.
- Experts warn long-term consequences affect both fathers and the households that depend on them.
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