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Updated · Oncodaily · Jun 23
Harrington Highlights U.S. Men's 5-Year Life-Expectancy Gap, Urges June Health Push
Updated
Updated · Oncodaily · Jun 23

Harrington Highlights U.S. Men's 5-Year Life-Expectancy Gap, Urges June Health Push

1 articles · Updated · Oncodaily · Jun 23

Summary

  • Robert A. Harrington used a LinkedIn post to spotlight that men in the United States live nearly five years less than women and urged men to recommit to exercise and health in June.
  • Heart disease and cancer remain leading causes of death for both sexes, but he said men also face higher death rates from accidents, injuries and suicide.
  • Harrington framed the gap as a medical and public-health challenge, calling on physicians to promote healthier behavior, treat men's medical problems and support their mental health.

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