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Low testosterone linked to 18% higher risk of dying from cancer

Source: Science Daily - Health & Medicine • Published: 08 Nov 2026, 10:10

Summarized by Masters of Longevity from Science Daily - Health & Medicine.

Pooled analysis of 26,000+ men found lower testosterone linked to higher cancer mortality.

Low testosterone linked to 18% higher risk of dying from cancer
Key Takeaways
  • Lower testosterone was linked to an 18% higher cancer death risk.
  • Higher SHBG was associated with changed cancer mortality risk.
  • Results are observational and do not establish causation.
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