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I know that we live in one of the most unequal countries in the world, but even knowing that, these are pretty shocking stats. Unsurprisingly, only the US is worse
The difference between the point at which people are no longer healthy in deprived areas and wealthy area is 20 years. 20 YEARS?!!
The worst place was Blackpool, where you can only expect to live a 'healthy' life (defined as free of illness or disability) until the age of 51, then its all seriously downhill.
Apparently the major reasons for the decline are mental health issues, isolation and stress (largely over finances)
Posted : 27/04/2026 1:25 pm