British high streets packed with bookmakers, payday lenders and fast-food outlets may be slashing years off the life expectancy of locals, according to new research.
The Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) ranked high streets in 70 major UK towns and cities based on the healthiness of shops and businesses. Those deemed unhealthy also included tanning salons and and off-licences, while those considered healthy included libraries, pharmacies, dentists, opticians and leisure centres.
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