Across countries,men are at such a higher risk than women for cardiovascular disease because they are more likely to ____.

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Studies have consistently shown that men are more likely to smoke than women, which is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Other factors such as high-stress jobs and polluted environments can also contribute to the risk, but smoking is the most significant difference between men and women. Educational level may also be a factor, but it is not as strongly associated with cardiovascular disease risk as smoking.

Across Countries,men Are at Such a Higher Risk Than Women