A BRADFORD doctor has talked about the health implications on children as energy prices are set to rise.

Dr Amir Khan warned of the implications for families, highlighting children, as Ofgem announced the energy price cap will rise to £3,549 from October 1.

The industry regulator confirmed an 80.06 per cent rise, or £1,571, with the new cap coming into effect for around 24 million household in England, Scotland and Wales in October and will remain in place until it is adjusted again on December 31.

 

Dr Amir says children from colder homes will suffer from difficulties including respiratory problems, such as asthma, and alongside food price hikes, nutritional problems and a fall in their concentration levels at school.

Speaking on today’s Good Morning Britain, Dr Amir said: “Children from colder homes are four times more likely to suffer from mental health issues than those that live in warmer homes.

“There will be nutritional issues with food prices going up. Parents will opt to feed their children with cheaper food, which will lead to an obesity crisis in the long run.”

Dr Amir also warned these problems may be generational as a ‘cycle will go round and round’ and have longer implications for children.

 

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