Why do men still die before women?
A new Lancet series spotlights why men keep dying younger, sparking fresh debate on gendered health gaps.
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What disparity does the recent Lancet series highlight?
It notes that men still die before women, underscoring a persistent gender gap in mortality.
Which risk factors are linked to premature male deaths in recent research?
University of Sheffield studies identify the manosphere, tobacco use and gambling as major contributors.
Who is involved in the new focus on men's health?
A Penn Nursing professor co‑authored the Lancet series, marking a first‑ever dedicated men’s health collection.
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The timing is striking: this week a landmark Lancet series on men’s health was released, drawing attention to the enduring fact that men still die before women, a gap that many now feel demands urgent action. Research from the University of Sheffield links the gap to avoidable harms, naming a culture of “manosphere” attitudes, persistent tobacco consumption and gambling as key drivers of premature deaths among men.
The Lancet collection, co‑authored by a Penn Nursing professor, is presented as the first dedicated effort to improve men’s health, while The Telegraph’s feature asks why the disparity persists. The evidence points to lifestyle‑related risks and a historical focus on women’s health that has left men under‑served.
What policy steps will follow to close the mortality gap?
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Who reported it (5)
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Men are missing from the women's health crisisTurlock Journal · 1d ago
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The Lancet series: Improving men's health in a changing world (31 October 2026)Patient Safety Learning - the hub · 1d ago
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Manosphere, tobacco and gambling are driving avoidable harm and premature deaths among men, studies findUniversity of Sheffield · 1d ago
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Why do men still die before women?The Telegraph · 1d ago
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