Respiratory disease is a major cause of mortality and morbidity throughout the country, posing a particular problem in Tower Hamlets as a consequence of emergency admissions to hospital in the winter months.

Death rates for asthma and bronchitis and emphysema are higher in Tower Hamlets than the rest of the country.

Key Facts on Lung Cancer and Smoking
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01/03/2009
Lung Cancer Risks and Causes
Information on prevelance and risks of lung cancer and methods in which to prevent it.
Asthma UK
A great website giving lots of information, advice, support and discussions about asthma.
British Lung Foundation
Organisation for people affected by lung cancer.
Health Central
Information and advice on lung and respiratory diseases.