We are super happy that this MEN'S HEALTH cover of 15 year old Andrew, one of 4 different boys photographed by CHRIS FLOYD at Oasis Academy in Waterloo, has been nominated for “Cover of the Year” in this year's PPA Awards. (Remaining 3 covers are shown below)
As it’s a public vote we'd love it if you could head over and vote for Chris! Here's the link: https://ppacoveroftheyear.co.uk
Thank you :))
And please read below the words of MH editor Toby Wiseman that accompanied the issue.
“You’re probably thinking that these don’t look like regular Men’s Health covers.
That’s because they’re not.
Over the past five years, we’ve increasingly devoted our attentions to the parlous state of mental health in men.
We’ve been single-handedly responsible for that wretched statistic - that for men under 45, the things most likely to kill you is you - becoming common knowledge.
But recently it has felt like shutting the stable door after the horse has bolted.
It’s all very well telling people that 25% of men who take their own lives have visited their GP in vain just the week beforehand. But what about the months and years leading up to that cataclysmic decision? With any other illness, the emphasis would be on prevention rather than cure.
Maybe we’re looking for answers in the wrong place at the wrong time. What has planted those seeds? When did they take root?
The kids on these covers are aged 15/16. They have doubtless been dealt a worse hand than most. As pupils of a school that, despite being rated outstanding, resides in one of the most deprived areas in the country, they face issues that the majority of teenagers will never have to confront.
But thanks to progressive attitudes, excellent support and inspirational leadership, these kids are managing their situations with poise, stoicism and profound eloquence.
These teenagers, their teachers and the help they receive have comprehensively changed my opinion about the problems we face and the best way to broach them. Please buy the issue and read their story. Then, when you’re done, consider lending your support to our #GiveThemAHeadStart campaign. It’s what Men’s Health is all about.”
