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Poverty more rife in England last year than in the rest of Britain
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SUPPORTING families suffering in poverty has become a “top priority” for health visitors in England, a report by their professional body has revealed.
The Institute of Health Visiting’s (IHV) annual survey of health visitors found that poverty was more rife in England than in other parts of Britain.
Its research showed the top problem across Britain was mothers’ mental health problems during and after pregnancy.
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