MORE young people in Glasgow are dying from violence and drug abuse than 20 years ago, according to a study published today.
The death rate in the city was the highest seen at 14% above the national average - across all social classes.
The study, carried out by Glasgow University on behalf of the Medical Research Council, pointed to a Glasgow effect' of violence, drugs and alcohol abuse and suicide, meaning men are now more likely to die in their 20s and 30s than 20 years ago.
Report co-author Professor Alastair Leyland said: "Although overall mortality rates in Scotland have fallen, the steady decline we've seen in more affluent areas hasn't been matched in more deprived areas.
"The higher mortality rates in Glasgow may seem to support the theory of some sort of Glasgow effect' adversely affecting health in the city."
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