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Commissioners adopt resolution supporting Men's Health Week and emphasize outreach for rural men
Summary
Yamhill County adopted a resolution recognizing Men's Health Week (June 15'21, 2026), with commissioners stressing mental-health outreach for men, higher suicide rates among farmers and barriers to help-seeking.
Commissioner King introduced and the board adopted a resolution supporting Men's Health Week (June 15'21, 2026), citing concerns about stigma, limited access to mental-health services and higher suicide rates among farmers.
Commissioner King said the resolution aims to elevate outreach and screening for male-specific prevention needs and to call attention to health coverage gaps and barriers faced by underserved communities. The motion passed unanimously.
Commissioners noted the resolution complements other local suicide-prevention efforts discussed during the meeting and that county staff will continue coordinating outreach activities tied to the observance.
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