LGA warns of a silent health crisis in England, with men living 4 years less than women, and calls for a national men's health strategy.

The Local Government Association (LGA) has warned of a "silent health crisis" in England, where men on average live 4 years less than women, with higher rates of cancer, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes. Men in deprived areas face a 20-year gap in healthy life expectancy. The LGA calls for a national men's health strategy, the reinstatement of the £57m local suicide prevention fund, and greater collaboration between councils, community groups, and grassroots organizations.

August 27, 2024
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