8 Public Health

Public Health Sections:

Issues and PrioritiesConsiders that although the South West is a generally healthy region there are nevertheless inequalities. Treats those issues which we need to be aware of in view of public health concerns and challenges
Key DataHeadline statistics on the population's health in the South West
IntroductionOver of the issues affecting public health in the South West
Regional TrendsNo Summary
Life ExpectancyNo Summary
Health Related Behaviour and LifestyleConsiders personal factors and lifestyle questions which affect public health in the region - looks at smoking, alcohol consumption, drug misuse, obesity, diet, teenage pregancy
Screening and Immunisation RatesNo Summary
Major Diseases and Causes of DeathNo Summary
NHS Structure and PerformanceNo Summary
AgeingNo Summary
Climate ChangeNo Summary
ConclusionNo Summary