65 percent of premature deaths caused by air pollution observed in Asia
- 5 years ago
The United Nations is concerned that air pollution in Asia is causing premature deaths.
The UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights and the Environment David Boyd, announced on Tuesday.... that around 4-point-6 million people under the age of 70 die in Asia from air pollution each year.
That's 65 percent of the total number of premature deaths.... caused by air pollution around the world.
Among Asian countries, China and India showed the worst levels of outdoor and household air pollution.
The UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights and the Environment David Boyd, announced on Tuesday.... that around 4-point-6 million people under the age of 70 die in Asia from air pollution each year.
That's 65 percent of the total number of premature deaths.... caused by air pollution around the world.
Among Asian countries, China and India showed the worst levels of outdoor and household air pollution.