Women are more likely to outlive men, but a new study says men can close the gap
- Posted on October 6, 2025
- By NPR
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Women are more likely to outlive men, but a new study says men can close the gap
Women live years longer than men. Differences in behavior, including smoking, and seeking medical care, as well as biology drive differences in lifespan between females and males. A study of mammals finds the gender gap is long-lasting and complex, but there are things humans can do to narrow it.
