New Delhi, May 3 -- While men face a higher risk of premature death, women tend to spend more of their lifetime grappling with poor health, according to a recent global study published in Lancet Public Health.
The findings, drawn from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021, highlight stark differences in the distribution of illness and premature mortality between genders over the past three decades, shedding light on the diverse and evolving health needs of men and women across the globe.
Researchers analyzed data spanning from 1990 to 2021, examining the prevalence of various health conditions and events leading to premature death.
Key findings reveal that musculoskeletal conditions, mental health issues, and headache disorders, though...