Over the past two decades, epidemiological studies have strengthened the link between air pollution and specific respiratory ailments, yielding better valuations for the pollution-related costs of illness and thus pinpointing the benefits of environmental regulations. Much work remains to be done, however, in linking air pollution to other important health outcomes, such as cancer, infant mortality, and even doctor visits. Nagging questions also remain about how best to translate health effects into economic values.
URL: http://www.ehponline.org/docs/2007/115-2/niehsnews.html
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