2.4 times more likely to die from COVID-19 than women. This disparity may result from a complex interplay of psychosocial, behavioral, and biological factors.For instance, men tend to engage in higher-risk behaviors at a greater frequency than women, such as increased use of tobacco and alcohol.
They also have lower rates of social distancing, hand-washing, and wearing masks. Men also have a higher incidence of health conditions associated with poorer COVID-19 outcomes and are less likely to seek medical care proactively.Stay informed with live updates on the current COVID-19 outbreak and visit our coronavirus hub for more advice on prevention and treatment.Females tend to mount stronger immune responses than males, which may be due to.