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Why do men die younger compared to women?

Why do men die younger compared to women?

Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Uganda Monitor
Published on 2024-07-04 07:18:18

This is not about a particular male; who may well outlive a particular female. I am writing about a statistically average male, compared with a statistically average female. 

On average, men tend to be less likely to be passionate about looking after their health; and/or even to visit their doctor for a health check. There are often more women than men in health care facilities and/or in health workers’ consultation rooms for a routine health check.

According to the 2024 population and housing census, life expectancy for women in Uganda was 64.9 years against 60.4 years for men.

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