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Women Still Outnumbered Men Among the Oldest, but Gap is Narrowing

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By Census.gov, 04/09/26

“But the mortality gap between men and women is still there. In fact, the current mortality rate for men age 65 and older is roughly where the equivalent rate for women was 50 years ago.”

Men’s E-News Commentary: “…Men’s Health Month is observed every June to raise awareness about preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of diseases among men and boys. It focuses on encouraging healthy lifestyle decisions, mental health awareness, and regular check-ups…”