Above-EU-average rates of alcohol consumption, drug use, and obesity influenced by social Smoking rates remain a concern, particularly among certain population groups. These factors contribute to avoidable morbidity and healthcare costs. different levels of care and regions remains a major challenge. Belgium than in many other EU countries. There are also significant differences at the neighborhood level, especiall in major cities. Socioeconomic inequality is directly reflected in life expectancy and Access to mental care: Waiting lists and fragmentation in mental health care are recurring issues; reforms have been initiated, but integration with other types of care remains difficult.