These include reduced income and diminished economic activity, particularly for women. The children of such relationships are more likely to show emotional disturbance and subsequently to divorce as adults. Children's health is an important indicator of health in later life. High levels of poor health among adults has a damaging effect on their children's health. The major causes of illness in children are acute respiratory infections and ear disorders.
Accidents are the major cause of death.
Relatively high numbers of children are referred for accident and emergency treatment. The Welsh Office intends to focus on children's health and well-being as an investment in the future. Social Exclusion 3.20. Unemployment, poor skills, low incomes, poor housing, high crime environments and family breakdown, as well as bad health or disability, can lead to individuals and communities failing to participate fully in society. Some communities and families are isolated by their race, colour or religion.