A study conducted in Scotland has shown that reductions in cigarette smoke is directly linked to reducing hospital admissions for childhood asthma in this country. Since March 2006 the law was passed prohibiting smoking in public places, the rate of hospitalizations for childhood asthma was reduced by 18.2% compared to previous years.
The smoking ban has had a positive effect on child health in Scotland, which has been fully demonstrated by the reduced numbers of cases in hospitals. It is therefore concluded that having more smoke-free public spaces help reduce the risk of asthma in children.
The reduction of the talk was made in school-age children up to age 15, observed cases occurring between 2000 and 2009. Besides having a positive impact on the prevention of childhood asthma were also presented fewer cases of acute coronary syndrome and less respiratory course.
Further evidence that gives support to the promotion of laws that allow us to have more smoke-free and that this law can be replicated in countries where they do not apply. The first step will always be at home, so that you yourself can make your home a smoke-free.
