Socio-economic inequalities in health are present to a greater or lesser extent in all European countries and it is important to monitor whether the health gap is increasing. Many studies have been conducted to explain inequalities in health and from them much has been learnt about different contributory factors. However, in practice it seems hard to translate the knowledge of causes into effective interventions and policies.

Socio-economic inequalities in health are present to a greater or lesser extent in all European countries and the available data suggests that the health gap is increasing. Many studies have been conducted to explain inequalities in health and from them much has been learnt about the different contributory factors. However, in practice it seems hard to translate the knowledge of causes into effective interventions and policies. Reducing Inequalities in Health: a European Perspective:
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