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How ‘the village’ can keep Black men alive

Black men, friends and happy face portrait of volunteer people outdoor at a nature park in summer. People together for community service in a green ngo tshirt for recycling and a clean enviroment

By The Grio, 06/09/26

“…The Men’s Health Network notes that men’s health concerns have historically received less attention, contributing to delayed care, lower rates of preventive screening, and avoidable health outcomes. Those challenges are reflected in what the organization calls the “Lifespan Gender Gap,” with men living, on average, nearly six years fewer than women, often due to preventable or manageable conditions. …”

Read the entire article:  https://thegrio.com/2026/06/09/how-the-village-can-keep-black-men-alive/