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Excess mortality as an indicator of health effects of air pollution

Journal Article · · Am. J. Public Health; (United States)

Examination of mortality in New York City showed a marked increase in deaths on the day of high air pollution episodes (24-hr mean). Those affected included the 45 to 64 age group as well as the over 65 population. Fog was not a factor. Excess deaths in five air pollution episodes were studied.

OSTI ID:
6251708
Journal Information:
Am. J. Public Health; (United States), Journal Name: Am. J. Public Health; (United States) Vol. 56; ISSN AJPEA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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