By NICOLE VALICEK
A TRADEMARK moustache on a man’s face can grab your attention.
This month Chris Butler wants to grow a ’mo’ that not only stands out but advocates on behalf of men’s health.
The Movember Challange, which encourages men across the country to grow a moustache for the month of November, aims to raise awareness of men’s health issues, as well much-needed funds towards research into illnesses such as testicular and prostate cancer.
Chris, an osteopath who runs the local Williamstown Osteopathy and Pilates, decided to let his upper lip grow last year following his grandfather’s death from prostate cancer.
Chris said the campaign resonates with him and is a great way to bring men’s health issues to the forefront, while raising money for a great cause.
“We see a lot of undiagnosed mental issues with men. Blokes don’t tend to talk about depression or feelings we come across a fair bit of that during day-to-day practice,” he said.
Chris said men growing a mo brought much needed awareness to men’s health by promoting conversations wherever they go.
“The moustache is a bit of an ice-breaker, a clear reminder and bit of solidarity among men,” he said.
“You can’t hide from having a moustache, it’s something light-hearted and comical and I think men can get into.”
Chris said all five of the osteopaths at the clinic are getting behin d the largest men’s health movement in the world as well as a number of local businesses.
“It’s a light-hearted way for men to get together and discuss issues in an open forum.”
Chris said for every patient the team treats they will donate $1 to the campaign.
To donate to team Willy Mo Bro visit au.movember.com/team/1142913.
