Which statement is correct about how sex and gender affect health outcomes?

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Women have a higher risk of contracting sexually transmitted infections due to their anatomy, such as having a shorter urethra than men, which makes it easier for bacteria to travel up into their urinary tracts. Additionally, some STIs manifest differently in women than in men, which can delay or complicate proper diagnosis and treatment.

Answer: C
 Men are at greater risk for HIV infection, as they are both more likely to engage in behaviors that increase their risk (such as injecting drugs and having unprotected sex with multiple partners), and they have higher rates of HIV transmission during sex.

Note: Statement A is a partial truth as studies show that women generally seek medical care more regularly than men, but it is not necessarily true for HIV specifically. Statement D is false, as thyroid disorders and depression are not inherently linked by sex or gender.

Which Statement Is Correct About How Sex and Gender Affect