The issue cannot be explained solely in terms of higher numbers of smokers or urban environmental factors. Other issues also need examining, such as the fact that Tameside is affected by the significant increase in volumes of air traffic in flight paths over Manchester in recent years. In fact, Tameside has experienced some of the highest increases in air traffic in the UK and this will have a negative impact on asthma levels.
[BX] Actual hospital admissions of 15- to 19-year-olds from 2002-05
79
Expected hospital admissions of 15- to 19-year-olds from 2002-05
37
[BX] Source Actual admissions represent emergency hospital admissions for the financial years 2002-03 to 2004-05 combined. Expected admissions are calculated by applying the national rate to the population in each relevant local authority for the age group and condition selected. Data compiled for Young People Now by the Dr Foster unit at Imperial College, London (www.drfoster.co.uk). Area descriptions provided by Experian.
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