Environmental Science
4 years ago

Toxic air kills thousands in China, children and elderly most vulnerable

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Journal of Environmental Economics and Management
The effect of air pollution on mortality in China: Evidence from the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games
Guojun He, Maoyong Fan, Maigeng Zhou

Paper Summary

Air pollution in China affects people's health. During the 2008 Beijing Olympics, when air quality improved, the death rate decreased by 8% for every 10% drop in PM10 pollution. Both men and women are equally at risk. Children under 10 and the elderly are most affected by air pollution.

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