Why men’s health must include financial preparedness in 2026

Anselm Mendes’s take on why financial preparedness is a critical part of men’s health | GCC Business News

As conversations around men’s health become more open, there remains a crucial gap that often goes unspoken: financial preparedness. Beyond physical check-ups and fitness goals, true wellbeing includes the ability to manage income disruption and household expenses during serious illness or recovery. Drawing on Zurich International Life’s Customer Claims Report 2025, the article highlights how cardiovascular conditions and cancer remain significant causes of claims among men in the Gulf, yet many have inadequate financial protection for extended recovery periods. Integrating critical-illness and income-protection planning alongside traditional health measures helps families maintain stability when medical events strike, reinforcing that financial resilience is an essential pillar of overall health.