700,000 more working-age people with major illnesses projected by 2040, primarily in UK's most deprived areas.
The Health Foundation warns of an increase of 700,000 working-age people living with major illnesses by 2040, raising the total to 3.7 million. This projection may significantly impact the UK's economy and workforce. The study reveals that 80% of this increase will likely be concentrated in the most deprived areas, with chronic pain, anxiety, depression, and type 2 diabetes as the most prevalent conditions.
April 17, 2024
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