Being married may be associated with a lower risk of developing cancer, this according to a large study analyzing millions of cases and published on April 8 in the journal Cancer Research Communications.
Researchers found that never-married individuals face significantly higher risks, especially for cancers linked to lifestyle factors. Experts suggest that social, emotional, and financial support, along with earlier detection and better treatment adherence, may help explain this protective effect.
Against this backdrop, the link between relationships and health becomes even more compelling. Pair-bonding has existed for centuries, and marriage remains a popular choice. But does being a spouse actually affect our health? It turns out it does, in both positive and negative ways.
Click through the following gallery to discover the health pros and cons of being married.