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2008 Burden Report

2008 Burden of Asthma In Maine (.pdf)
In Maine, prevalence and emergency department visit rates have increased while hospitalization and mortality rates have decreased. Overall, Maine has a high burden of asthma relative to the nation. The most recent burden document is now online. The report contains data on: prevalence, management and quality of life, health care utilization, and mortality.

 

To order hard copies, you may call Desi-Rae Severson at 207.287.3041 or via e-mail at desirae.severson@maine.gov

 

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