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Liverpool Women Face Shocking Health Inequalities
11 May
Summary
- Women in Liverpool experience ill health 10 years earlier than national average.
- Lung cancer and respiratory deaths are double the national average for city women.
- Drug-related fatalities for women are over three times higher than the England average.
Women in Liverpool are experiencing significantly poorer health outcomes compared to national averages, according to a recent review. Public health director Prof Matt Ashton highlighted that women in the city spend approximately 30% of their lives in ill health, experiencing it around 10 years earlier than women nationwide. This shocking data also revealed that lung cancer mortality and respiratory deaths among Liverpool's women are double the national rate.
Further compounding these issues, drug-related fatalities among women in the city are more than three times higher than the average for England. These stark figures are understood by community leaders to reflect the broader impact of poverty, housing issues, and caring responsibilities on women's health. Organizations emphasize their crucial role in bridging gaps where systemic support falls short.
Addressing these inequalities is a key focus, with leaders advocating for better recognition and response to women's specific health needs. The national government's updated Women's Health Strategy aims to tackle medical misogyny, shorten gynaecology waits, and improve access to contraception, reflecting a broader commitment to fairness in healthcare.
