Britain's healthy life expectancy has declined over the past decade, with people now experiencing sickness or disability at younger ages than previously, according to analysis from the Health Foundation thinktank. The Guardian editorial argues that addressing this decline requires government action across multiple areas including housing, employment conditions, and food policy, rather than focusing solely on hospital waiting lists.
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Britain's healthy life expectancy has declined over the past decade, with people now experiencing sickness or disability at younger ages than previously, according to analysis from the Health Foundation thinktank. The Guardian editorial argues that addressing this decline requires government action across multiple areas including housing, employment conditions, and food policy, rather than focusing solely on hospital waiting lists.