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JUNE 2026
2026 Men’s Health Guide
Men’s health isn’t just about checkups. It’s about staying on top of changes over time. Your health needs change as you age, so having the right support matters. The 2026 Men’s Health Guide has benefits and resources to support your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being, at every age and stage of life.
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Here’s a peek inside the new guide
High cholesterol can happen to anyone. Some people have a higher risk due to family history. For others, lifestyle habits can play a role. Learn why you can’t outrun an unhealthy diet and how Omada can help you manage cholesterol.
Staying active shouldn’t mean living with pain. Get support from Omada Joint & Muscle Health and FitMyFoot to keep moving pain-free.
Testicular cancer most often affects men ages 20–40, with the average diagnosis at 33. Learn what to watch for and how an annual checkup with your primary care provider (PCP) can help you spot issues early, when they’re easier to treat. Need to find a PCP? You’ll see one listed on your medical ID card. But you can see any in-network provider.
Making big health decisions can feel overwhelming. Find out how expert second opinions from 2nd.MD for diagnosis, treatment plans and surgery can help you feel confident about your care decisions. Get support for men’s health concerns, including erectile dysfunction, enlarged prostate, infertility and low testosterone. Also, learn about Institutes of Quality (IOQs) if you need surgery for certain orthopedic, cardiac or bariatric procedures and how the Live Healthy Team can help you find one.
Telemynd virtual mental health care specializes in therapy for high-stress situations, burnout, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and hundreds of other conditions.
Find benefits to support growing your family with bonding leave, adoption assistance, infertility benefits and more. Support for a healthy pregnancy is available for you or your enrolled spouse or domestic partner from the Aetna Maternity Program. Earn up to $400 for early enrollment — and get support for dads and partners, too. Available to mainland employees only.
Traveling this summer? Learn how Assist America can help you and your family when you’re 100 miles or more from home.
Up to 70% of U.S. adults deal with digestive issues like abdominal pain, gas and bloating every month, with more than 50% saying their symptoms are moderate to severe.1 Find out how Cylinder can help with a free gut microbiome test, virtual care for digestive health and 24/7 nurse support. Then explore the Cylinder app for expert articles, on-demand courses, and easy tracking tools for food, stool, symptoms and progress.
Learn about these benefits and more. Watch for printed copies of the Women’s and Men’s Health Guides at your location in September for Safety Week.
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1Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine. The effects of a digestive care management program on employee absenteeism
Resources for you
Omada for Joint & Muscle Health provides virtual physical therapy with a licensed therapist to help you recover from an injury, build muscle and flexibility, and reduce pain with daily activities.
msk.OmadaHealth.com/Costco | 888-409-8687 | Ages 13+ | No cost
FitMyFoot offers custom insoles for knee and foot support — no prescription needed. For those enrolled in the Aetna medical plan, Aetna may cover some or all of the cost.
FitMyFoot.com/CostcoEmployee | $75 per pair
2nd.MD provides virtual access to expert second opinions from board-certified specialists.
2nd.MD/Costco | 833-579-2509 | No cost
Telemynd provides virtual mental health care to men and families, including kids and teens, in high-stress situations.
Telemynd.com/costco | 866-991-2103 | Ages 5+ | Copays apply
The Aetna Maternity Program provides expert guidance and support from specially trained nurses on what to expect each trimester, how to recognize the signs of preeclampsia, postpartum support and more. Early enrollment can help pregnant employees, spouses or domestic partners enrolled in the medical plan earn up to $400 toward deductible and coinsurance. This programs offers support for dads and partners, too, like info on easing anxiety and preparing for what’s to come.
Costco medical plans do not cover charges related to a dependent child’s pregnancy, including labor and delivery, except services that qualify as preventive services under the Affordable Care Act.
Aetna.com | 855-282-6344 (TTY: 711) | No cost
With Assist America, get help for travel emergencies 24/7 when you’re 100 miles or more from home, anywhere in the world. For quick access to help when you need it, download the app and enroll before you leave home with reference number 01-AA-UN-762490.
U.S. 800-872-1414, Outside the U.S. +1-609-986-1234 | No cost
Cylinder offers help for gut and digestive health issues. Get a free microbiome test, plus support from gut health experts.
Go.CylinderHealth.com/Costco | Access code: Costco | 888-246-5019 | Ages 18+ | No cost
Omada for Joint & Muscle Health provides virtual physical therapy with a licensed therapist to help you recover from an injury, build muscle and flexibility, and reduce pain with daily activities.
msk.OmadaHealth.com/Costco | 888-409-8687 | Ages 13+ | No cost
FitMyFoot offers custom insoles for knee and foot support — no prescription needed. For those enrolled in the Aetna medical plan, Aetna may cover some or all of the cost.
FitMyFoot.com/CostcoEmployee | $75 per pair
2nd.MD provides virtual access to expert second opinions from board-certified specialists.
2nd.MD/Costco | 833-579-2509 | No cost
Triple-S offers infertility benefits to employees and spouses/domestic partners enrolled in Triple-S medical plan. You can also access Contigo Mamá for education and support throughout pregnancy and up to 6 months postpartum.
SSSPR.com | 800-981-3241 | Mi Triple-S app
Costco medical plans do not cover charges related to a dependent child’s pregnancy, including labor and delivery, except services that qualify as preventive services under the Affordable Care Act.
With Assist America, get help for travel emergencies 24/7 when you’re 100 miles or more from home, anywhere in the world. For quick access to help when you need it, download the app and enroll before you leave home with reference number 01-AA-UN-762490.
U.S. 800-872-1414, Outside the U.S. +1-609-986-1234 | No cost
Omada for Joint & Muscle Health provides virtual physical therapy with a licensed therapist to help you recover from an injury, build muscle and flexibility, and reduce pain with daily activities.
msk.OmadaHealth.com/Costco | 888-409-8687 | Ages 13+ | No cost
FitMyFoot offers custom insoles for knee and foot support — no prescription needed. For those enrolled in the Aetna medical plan, Aetna may cover some or all of the cost.
FitMyFoot.com/CostcoEmployee | $75 per pair
2nd.MD provides virtual access to expert second opinions from board-certified specialists.
2nd.MD/Costco | 833-579-2509 | No cost
The HMSA Pregnancy and Postpartum Support Program offers support and resources you need for a healthy pregnancy and healthy baby. A maternity nurse answers questions, provides education and counseling and can help coordinate care with your family’s health care provider.
HMSA.com/pregnancysupport | 855-329-5461 | Monday–Friday, 8 am–5 pm | No cost
Costco medical plans do not cover charges related to a dependent child’s pregnancy, including labor and delivery, except services that qualify as preventive services under the Affordable Care Act.
With Assist America, get help for travel emergencies 24/7 when you’re 100 miles or more from home, anywhere in the world. For quick access to help when you need it, download the app and enroll before you leave home with reference number 01-AA-UN-762490.
U.S. 800-872-1414, Outside the U.S. +1-609-986-1234 | No cost
Cylinder offers help for gut and digestive health issues. Get a free microbiome test, plus support from gut health experts.
Go.CylinderHealth.com/Costco | Access code: Costco | 888-246-5019 | Ages 18+ | No cost