Did you know men can lose their Y chromosome as they age An expert explains how this genetic glitch impacts your heart increases disease risk and the lifestyle changes that can slow it down ...

Studies show aging men often lose the Y chromosome in some cells, a change now linked to heart disease, cancer, and shorter lifespans.

Men tend to lose the Y chromosome from some of their cells as they age — a process once thought to be harmless because the Y ...

Men tend to lose the Y chromosome from their cells as they age. But because the Y bears few genes other than for male ...

Numerous studies have shown that men are more susceptible to cancer than women; however, the reason for this difference remains poorly understood. A new study by researchers from the Barcelona ...

This article is part of a fortnightly column exploring contemporary concepts and issues in genetics. The Y chromosome, often referred to as the “master of maleness”, has long captivated scientists and ...

New research shows ageing men often lose the Y chromosome in some cells, a change linked to heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s and shorter lifespan. Scientists now believe this genetic loss may ...