On average, men die younger than women. One reason for that is that they simply aren’t that great at looking after their health – a reminder that toxic masculinity harms men, too. This story explores the issue and highlights efforts to get more men to see a doctor early enough. Saving lives is obviously a good thing, I still loved this reality check quote from a health-policy professor: «Men are advantaged in so many areas of society. We built our whole society with you in mind — so you had your shot there, dude, you won the lottery. And you want us to give you more? Come on.»

From Weekly Filet #540, in August 2025.