Results: Even short-term exposure to low levels of air pollution can increase risk of cardiac arrest!
Published on 01/29/2020
The study, published in the journal The Lancet, indicates that even low levels of air pollution can increase the likelihood of cardiac arrest. Study researchers at The University of Sydney say there is an "urgent need to reassess" international guidelines on air quality.
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Do you think that the air quality of your city is better compared to other cities in your country?
Yes
50%
1567 votes
No
24%
759 votes
Undecided
26%
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Do you agree that people who work in factories that emit harmful gases should have medical insurance covered by their company? Yes
77%
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No
6%
198 votes
Undecided
16%
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In the United States, a study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences estimated that more than 100,000 premature deaths in 2011 were related to air pollution exposure. Do you think that the government should reconsider their air quality index? Yes
69%
2168 votes
No
8%
240 votes
Undecided
23%
733 votes
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