OSU study shows exposure to bad air raises bloo...(ation residing in developing low- and mi...)

Date:7/28/2008

ation residing in developing low- and middle-income countries where air pollution levels are at their highest. For example, severe air pollution in Beijing, China, where the average concentration is well above five times that of levels typically found in the U.S., is the result of rapid industrial development, urbanization and increased traffic into the capital. WHO relies on scientific evidence and considers its implications when determining air quality guidelines.

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Contact: Sherri L. Kirk Sherri.Kirk@osumc.edu 614-293-3737 Ohio State University Source:Eurekalert

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