Preconception care for males

This course focuses on the critical role of male preconception health and its profound impact on fertility, pregnancy outcomes, and the long-term well-being of children. While preconception care has traditionally centred on women, it's now recognised that a father's health and lifestyle choices significantly influence not only conception and pregnancy but also their child's development and predisposition to various health conditions. This course aims to equip GPs, practice nurses, and other health practitioners with the knowledge and skills to confidently deliver comprehensive preconception care to male patients.

Course highlights:

This interactive course covers essential topics related to male preconception health, including:

• The importance of male preconception care and its impact on family health.

• Key factors affecting male fertility and pregnancy outcomes, such as age, medical conditions, lifestyle, and environmental exposures.

• Components of a comprehensive male preconception consultation, including history taking, physical examination, and appropriate testing.

• The role of epigenetics in paternal health and its potential influence on offspring.

• Strategies for addressing modifiable risk factors and developing personalised preconception care plans.

Learning outcomes:

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Explain the importance of preconception care for males and its impact on fertility, pregnancy outcomes, and children's long-term health.

2. Identify key factors affecting male fertility and pregnancy outcomes, including age, medical conditions, lifestyle choices, and environmental exposures.

3. Outline the components of a comprehensive preconception care consultation for male patients, including medical history, physical examination, and laboratory testing.

4. Explain the role of epigenetics in paternal health and its potential effects on offspring.

5. Develop strategies to address modifiable risk factors and create personalised preconception care plans for male patients.

Why this course is important:

General practice is ideally positioned to deliver male preconception care. This course directly addresses the identified needs of GPs and other healthcare providers by increasing awareness of male preconception health, providing practical strategies for delivering accessible and tailored services, and emphasizing the importance of comprehensive health assessments and targeted interventions. By attending this course, you will be better equipped to support men in optimizing their health before conception, contributing to healthier pregnancies and future generations.

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This course contains graphical images of male reproductive and sex organs.

Partnering Organisation

This course is brought to you by Healthy Male, the leading organisation for health promotion for men, boys and their families. Medcast hosts a range of Healthy Male education. Check out the catalogue here to find out more.