New actions to address the north-south health divide

We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Otherwise, we'll assume you're OK to continue. New actions to address the north-south health divide Public health experts from Durham University have contributed to a major new report that aims to tackle the widening health gap between the north and the rest of England. 'Due North: the report of the Inquiry on Health Equity for the North' , is the outcome of an independent inquiry, commissioned by Public Health England, to identify actions that can reduce the gap in health between the north and south of England and between different socioeconomic groups within the north. The north south health divide is such that a baby girl born in Manchester can expect to live for 15 fewer years in good health than a baby girl born in Richmond in London. The report suggests that the root causes of this are the same across the country - differences between groups in poverty, power and resources needed for health.