Britain is the most obese nation in Western Europe, with rates rising faster than any other developed nation. The UK's comparatively high adolescent drunkenness rate is also a key concern.
Obesity rates have doubled over the past two decades, and 63% of UK adults are overweight, according to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
Britain is now sixth heaviest - "considerably worse" than the rest of the 35-member club of wealthy nations. "Obesity means higher risk of chronic illnesses, particularly hypertension, cholesterol, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases," the report said.
Australia and Canada, have managed to reduce and stabilise obesity levels in recent years.
The number of doctors and nurses is down per head by 18% and 12% respectively.
official figures show the number of people waiting more than four hours in A&E has soared by 557% since 2010.
official figures show the number of people waiting more than four hours in A&E has soared by 557% since 2010.
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