* Higher rates of smoking and drinking alcohol
* Poorer diet and exercise habits
* Higher levels of stress and anxiety
* Lower rates of access to healthcare
The government is taking a number of steps to address these issues and improve the life expectancy for men in the United Kingdom. These steps include:
* Increasing taxes on tobacco and alcohol
* Promoting healthy eating and exercise
* Providing mental health support
* Investing in healthcare
These steps are expected to help improve the life expectancy for men in the United Kingdom and bring it more in line with other developed countries.