Study Finds North South Divide in Life Expenctancy

The video discusses the longstanding health divide between Northern and Southern England, highlighting a new report that shows a significant number of premature deaths in the North. The report reveals that from 1965 to 2015, there were 1.2 million more premature deaths in the North, with a notable increase among younger age groups. Case studies of individuals from both regions illustrate the disparity, with factors such as mental health and social pressures being potential contributors. The video concludes with a call to address these differences, though the reasons for the divide remain unclear.

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