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#170 – Santosh Harish on how air pollution is responsible for ~12% of global deaths — and how to get that number down

80,000 Hours Podcast

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The Health Crisis of Air Pollution

This chapter explores the profound effects of air pollution on public health, accounting for millions of deaths annually. It highlights the dangers posed by particulate matter, especially PM 2.5, and its ability to penetrate the body's systems, leading to serious health risks. The discussion also touches on the failures of waste management practices and the urgent need for effective public policy to combat air quality issues.

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