If you are a man, you are one and one-half times more likely to die from pneumonia or flu. Nine out of ten HIV-related deaths occur among men. Researchers believe two factors may influence this statistic. Men tend to be more sexually active than women, and at an earlier age. Some blood-related genetic diseases, which occur primarily in males, such as homophilia, may also be a contributing factor.
Men are four and one-half times more likely than women to commit suicide.
This statistical group has basically remained unchanged since the end of World War II, escept for two age groups. Diabetes and its complications is the ninth leading cause of death among men. Statisticians believe the lower liklihood of seeking a doctor's attention may be an underlying factor. Four out of five homicide victims are men. Black men are seven times more likely to be killed than white men, and in the age group 15-24, it is the leading killer.