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Children's health 'affected' by where you live

A five year old in Dorset is more than 50% more likely to be obese than a child of the same age elsewhere in the south west. Credit: Dave Thompson/PA

A new report has revealed where you live can have a startling difference on your child's health.

A big gap was found in levels of obesity, tooth decay, injury and early childhood development for under fives across the South West.

It claims a five year old in Dorset is more than 50% more likely to be obese than a child of the same age elsewhere in the south west.