“Cleaner air can go a long way in saving lives, according to a new report out Friday. It found that policies and laws aimed at curbing emissions are often linked to reductions in hospitalizations, premature births, and deaths in just a few weeks after their enactment.”
“The review looked at past studies that evaluated major pollution reforms that took place throughout the world, as well as historical data on local deaths and illnesses following their ratification. It was conducted by the environmental committee of the Forum of International Respiratory Societies (FIRS), a coalition of professional organizations focusing on improving lung and respiratory health.”
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