Introduction

Question 1

Background Information

Answer 1

Scottish people were found to have the lowest life expectancy rate in the whole of Western Europe’s, in April 2024. This is a major issue in Scotland. It’s clear that lifestyle choice Scots make, contribute to their damaged health. Moreover, socioeconomic circumstances should not be ignored as they also have an impact on health.

Question 2

Factors

Answer 2

This essay will explore many factors that cause health inequalities in Scotland such as smoking, alcohol consumption, drug consumption, diet and exercise, gender, and poverty.

Question 3

Line of Argument

Answer 3

Finally, this essay will conclude that although there are some factors more important than others statistically when explaining health inequalities, it is a mix of all factors that contribute to health inequalities in Scotland.