asthma – youth

Why this is important: Asthma is the leading chronic illness among youth and the leading cause of school absenteeism. With proper diagnosis, care, and management, asthma can be controlled.

Definition: Percent of youth in grades 6, 8, 10, and 12 who currently have asthma.

Data Source: Health Youth Survey. Washington State Department of Health. Calculations and presentation of data by Spokane Regional Health District, Data Center.

Trend

Getting Better

Geography

Worse than Washington State

Disparities

Differences by age and race

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