British children on track to be unhealthiest generation in decades, report finds

Experts have issued a stark warning to the government - (Getty/iStock)

The UK risks raising its unhealthiest generation in decades if the government fails to take immediate action, a damning report has found.

Experts have warned that the outlook for British children is “worrying”, following analysis of infant and child mortality, oral health, obesity, mental health, vaping and smoking, asthma, substance misuse, injuries, and reduced vaccinations.