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Smog exposure linked to premature deaths
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Short-term exposure to smog, or ozone, is clearly linked to premature deaths that should be taken into account when measuring the health benefits of reducing air pollution, a National Academy of Sciences report concluded yesterday.

Note: Click here to read this AP article in the Boston Globe

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