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One in five child deaths in England could be prevented, according to reports in The Lancet.
Around 5,000 die each year, with 15- to 17-year-olds having the highest proportion of preventable deaths from suicide, accidents, abuse and neglect.
The University of Warwick researchers said more could be done to cut future deaths by tackling child poverty and spotting serious illnesses sooner.
Overall, child mortality in high-income countries has fallen to very low rates.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-29062640
Around 5,000 die each year, with 15- to 17-year-olds having the highest proportion of preventable deaths from suicide, accidents, abuse and neglect.
The University of Warwick researchers said more could be done to cut future deaths by tackling child poverty and spotting serious illnesses sooner.
Overall, child mortality in high-income countries has fallen to very low rates.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-29062640