Inequalities in early deaths rising in Britain

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Inequalities in early deaths rising in Britain
LONDON, July 26 — Inequalities in early deaths between different parts of Britain have nearly surpassed those seen shortly before the economic crash of 1929 and the ensuing depression, a new study said Friday. “Inequalities continued to rise steadily during the first decade of the 21st century... and could become worse,” warned the study, ...

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