The gap between the richest and poorest 10% of men and women in Glasgow has increased by three years.
The life expectancy gap between the richest and poorest in Glasgow has widened over the past 20 years, a new study suggests.
Lead author Bruce Whyte said: "The shocking reduction in life expectancy experienced by women in Glasgow and people living in our most deprived areas stands out and is the result of policies that have exacerbated structural inequalities in society.
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