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A long-running British study suggests that one in three people in their late 40s suffer from multiple chronic health issues. 

A survey by University College London gathered nearly 8,000 people and 34% had two or more chronic health problems, such as high blood pressure and mental ill-health at the ages of 46-48. 

High-risk drinking (26%), recurrent back problems (21%), mental-health problems (19%) and high blood pressure (16%) are few of the most commonly recorded health problems.

Many are already suffering from multiple long-term physical and mental-health problems in their late 40s, according to lead researcher Dr. Dawid Gondek. 

He also stated that he was surprised and a tad bit worried to see how many had health issues while "still relatively young".

The study also showed that in those who were obese, their common health issues were diabetes and high blood pressure. Meanwhile, people from poorer backgrounds or who experienced mental health issues as teenagers, were also more likely to have poor health.

Public health interventions in childhood and adolescence might improve the outcomes of future generations, researchers suggest.

Experts advise that a good diet, limiting alcohol intake, quitting smoking and exercising regularly can make a difference.

Main info via BBC news