X marks the spot:why the'weaker sex'wins at every stage of life
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X marks the spot:why the'weaker sex'wins at every stage of life

It's no wonder women are more resilient and live longer than men – they have extra genetic horsepower in every cell.

  • byAmanda Hooton

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