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Why do men get more cancer?

The study highlights that men with heart disease are more likely to develop cancer than women with similar heart issues. This isn't about gender itself, but linked to lifestyle factors like smoking, obesity, and heavy drinking, which are often more prevalent in men and contribute to both heart disease and various cancers.

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