Tag: gender

Girls aged 13 to 15 in Europe have the highest tobacco use in the world

A new report from the World Health Organization indicates that Europe has the highest proportion of smokers globally. The situation is particularly concerning among girls.

New study links high tyrosine levels to shorter lifespan in men

New research suggests that a common nutrient may influence men’s lifespan.

Women face greater risk of dying after heart attack, study finds

Mortality among younger adults suffering from severe heart attacks has increased in recent years.

These are the healthy body fat ranges for men and women

Body fat percentage and BMI are often used as indicators of what is considered a healthy body weight. However, the numbers do not tell...

Following a Mediterranean diet could lower women’s stroke risk, study finds

A large study has examined the relationship between diet and the risk of stroke in women.

Why vitamin D deficiency is more common in women than in men

Vitamin D deficiency affects many women, often without clear symptoms. New research shows why the issue is more complex than it first appears.