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Wait…Marriage Reduces Your Risk of Cancer?

April 13, 2026
Wait…Marriage Reduces Your Risk of Cancer?

A new study revealed some unexpected but exciting news: married people are less likely to get cancer.

The research, published in the journal Cancer Research Communications, analyzed health data spanning several years and millions of adults across the United States. Its findings suggest that individuals who have never been married face significantly higher cancer rates compared to those who are or have been married.

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