Health Profile of Rotherham
Minutes:
A copy of the latest health profile of Rotherham was tabled.
Rotherham was significantly below the national average for life expectancy (3.5 years); there was a 10 years difference between the most deprived and less deprived areas of the Borough. Also the Index of Multiple Deprivation had increased from 12 to 17% of the most deprived 10% of the UK.
This item was further discussed under Minute No. 10.
Resolved:- That the report be noted.