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Science
fromwww.independent.co.uk
16 hours ago

Dangerous and energetic sex lives could be why males die earlier than females

Female mammals generally live longer than males, likely because male mating competition and risky reproductive traits shorten male lifespans, with birds showing different patterns.
Science
fromMail Online
1 day ago

Scientists reveal the surprising reason why women live longer than men

Males' XY heterogametic chromosome configuration largely explains their shorter average lifespan, with additional evolutionary factors also contributing to the sex-based longevity gap.
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