9 Health Issues That Make Men Die More Often Than Women

Guys, show this article to your wife — she’ll definitely stop laughing at your “terrible” 37.2 °C temperature. Because honestly, men’s health is a serious topic, and there’s nothing funny about it.

Guys, show this article to your wife — she’ll definitely stop laughing at your “terrible” 37.2 °C temperature. Because honestly, men’s health is a serious topic, and there’s nothing funny about it.

We all get sick, no matter the gender. But here’s the thing: men and women handle illnesses differently. While your partner might easily go to work with a 38.5 °C fever, you’re already mumbling about the end of the world, saying, “Call the priest!” Why does this happen? Partly because of hormones, partly because of how we treat our health.

Recently, scientists from the University of California conducted a large study showing that men are more likely to suffer from a number of serious diseases — and, more importantly, these illnesses often lead to premature death among men. Here are the nine main enemies of men’s health:

• Stroke
• Heart attack
• COVID-19 (men’s mortality rate is 45% higher)
• Type 2 diabetes
• Metabolic syndrome
• Obesity
• Hypertension
• HIV/AIDS
• Premature death before age 50 from various causes

Women, on the other hand, more often suffer from back problems, depression, migraines, and painful PMS — all influenced by estrogen and hormonal balance.

What can you do?

Health is not a battlefield for heroics. A man who recognizes a problem in time and sees a doctor is much stronger than one who endures pain silently. Take care of yourself, get regular check-ups, don’t ignore diet and moderate exercise, rest properly, and manage stress without extreme risks.

Your life isn’t just a number in statistics. You matter to yourself, your family, and your friends. Care for your health as seriously as you do your work. And don’t let anyone laugh at your temperature — it might tell you much more than you think.