Asthma in Australia 2005 

Figure 8.4
Action taken in last 2 weeks for any reason, people with and without current asthma, by sex, all ages, Australia, 2001

Source: ABS National Health Survey 2001.

Data table

Action taken Asthma status
Males
(95% CI)
Females
(95% CI)
Had days away from work/study Asthma
12.9
(10.8–15.1)
10.2
(8.5–11.8)
No asthma
7.8
(7.2–8.5)
7.9
(7.3–8.5)
Had other days of reduced activity Asthma
15.9
(13.5–18.2)
18.9
(16.7–21.0)
No asthma
8.8
(8.2–9.5)
11.1
(10.4–11.8)

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