3. …..57 years on Despite the advances in medical care and technology and a universal system of health care there is growing evidence that: inequalities in health still exist throughout the UK inequalities in standards of health care provision exist throughout the UK these inequalities are getting worse.
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5. Factors which influence health There are many influences on an individual’s health. Geographical location Working conditions Socio-economic status Ethnic origin Personal lifestyle Hereditary factors Gender/ biological factors
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