Lack of interest in sex in men may indicate a risk of early death.

Scientists analyzed data on 20,969 people (8,558 men and 12,411 women) over 40 years old. For six years, they underwent regular medical examinations, and also assessed the level of their sexual interest. During the study, 503 subjects died. An analysis of the data obtained showed that mortality from cancer and other causes was significantly higher in men who were less interested in sex. This association persisted even when the researchers controlled for factors such as age, hypertension, diabetes, smoking, alcohol use, body mass index, education, marital status, and psychological stress levels.