Proportion of lung cancer deaths due to smoking
This table shows the percentage of lung cancer deaths through smoking, by gender.
(%s of total, premature deaths amongst 35 to 69 year olds)
Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|
South & East Dorset PCT | 86 | 71 |
South West Dorset PCT | 83 | 71 |
North Dorset PCT | 81 | 73 |
Source: Estimates of Smoking Attributable Premature Mortality from Lung Cancer & Vascular Disease (South West Public Health Observatory, 2003).
PCT = Primary Care Trust
