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Women Experience More Pain Than Men

A global study shows women report more pain than men across various body parts, highlighting a significant gender pain gap.

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A major study reveals that women experience more than men across various body parts. Researchers collected data from over 6 million people in 118 countries. They found that women reported higher levels of in areas such as the head, back, and abdomen. This trend is consistent across different age groups. The study also indicates that levels with age, particularly in the back and joints. Many women do not receive adequate for their . The findings highlight the need for better understanding and management of women's , as well as more effective tailored to their needs.

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Adapted from The Guardian, 5 October 2026, and rewritten at three levels by Newslish. Newslish is not affiliated with the source. Read the original.

Grammar in this story

“The study also indicates that pain levels increase with age, particularly in the back and joints.”

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Key vocabulary

  • pain noun

    A feeling of discomfort or suffering in the body.

    “He felt pain in his back after lifting heavy boxes.”

  • treatment noun

    The way to help someone who is sick or in pain.

    “The doctor recommended a new treatment for her headache.”

  • research noun

    The careful study of a subject to find new information.

    “The research showed interesting results about health.”

  • global adjective

    Relating to the whole world.

    “The global study included people from many countries.”

  • increase verb

    To become larger or greater in amount.

    “The number of people with back pain tends to increase with age.”

Quick quiz

01What does the study mainly show?

02What does the word 'treatment' mean in the text?

03What percentage of participants reported back pain?

04What type of pain was the rarest among participants?

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Discussion

The study shows that women report more pain than men. In your answer, use the words 'pain' and 'treatment'.