The percentage of butane and other hydrocarbons deaths in ages 15–24 has decreased by 73% from 2008–13 to 2014–19

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Here are some of the key facts from our latest factsheet on 'Hazardous substances-related deaths reported to the coroner in New Zealand':

There were 10 hazardous substance-related deaths reported to the coroner in 2019, and eight in 2018. The rate continues to decrease over time, although the number of deaths fluctuated year-to-year, since 2008.
Butane and other hydrocarbons were the most common cause of death for ages 15–24 and carbon monoxide poisoning for ages 25–74 in 2008–19.
The percentage of butane and other hydrocarbons deaths in ages 15–24 has decreased by 73% from 2008–13 to 2014–19.