Risk of early death doubles in deprived parts of the UK compared to more affluent parts
date:Oct 26, 2018


The analysis of 150 local authorities showed a startling disparity in premature deaths across the UK.

I think we should all be concerned at the level of inequality that still exists across the UK, Steel told.

'Stubborn health gap between rich and poor'

Previous evidence has shown that more deprived areas have higher rates of smoking or alcohol use. Professor John Newton at Public Health England, who contributed to the study, explained that the underlying reasons for higher risk factors in t

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