Patriarchy also kills men, according to science: "Toxic masculinity can promote ignoring health issues"

A recent series of articles in The Lancet highlights the paradox of men's health, revealing that despite societal privileges, men have a shorter life expectancy than women. This discrepancy is attributed to a combination of biological factors, toxic masculinity, and socio-economic determinants. The authors argue that men's health has been neglected in public policies, allowing the 'manosphere' to shape health narratives to serve its interests. They emphasize the need for strategic alliances to dismantle patriarchal systems that harm everyone's health. The research indicates that hegemonic masculinity can negatively impact both men and women, promoting harmful behaviors like smoking and alcohol consumption. Vulnerable groups, such as marginalized men, face even greater health risks. The study calls for a reevaluation of how masculinity influences health outcomes and urges attention to men's health without detracting from women's health needs.