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Short lifespan are caused by cancer, heart disease, strokes and type 2 diabetes, which are linked to smoking, alcohol and regular consumption of unhealthy diets. According to Professor John Newton, director of public health improvement, it is certainly of concern that Britain have worse outcomes than other European countries.
Obesity is a cause of breast cancer so reducing obesity would help to improve cancer outcomes. British men fared better, with an average life expectancy of 79 putting them tenth in the same rankings. Health officials cautioned that women can expect to spend almost a quarter of their lives in poor health – 19.3 years compared to 16.2 years for men.
The World Health Organisation data revealed four in ten British women are putting their health at risk by inactivity and excessive drinking, these may increase the risk of liver disease, cancer and other illnesses that reduce lifespan.