33.23 per cent of total deaths in Bihar due to environmental risks: Report
Advertisement
Patna: At least 33.23 per cent of people died in Bihar due to environmental reasons in 2016.
It was revealed during a workshop on ‘Air Quality Crisis and its Health Impacts’ organised by Centre for Environment and Energy Development (CEED).
Public Health Foundation of India, New Delhi, Dr Gagandeep Kaur Walia said that 19.05 percent of people died due to air pollution in the state in 2016 while presenting, a latest report by international journal Lancet on pollution and health.
Our comments section is governed by our Comments Policy . By posting comments at Medical Dialogues you automatically agree with our Comments Policy , Terms And Conditions and Privacy Policy .
Disclaimer: This website is primarily for healthcare professionals. The content here does not replace medical advice and should not be used as medical, diagnostic, endorsement, treatment, or prescription advice. Medical science evolves rapidly, and we strive to keep our information current. If you find any discrepancies, please contact us at corrections@medicaldialogues.in. Read our Correction Policy here. Nothing here should be used as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. We do not endorse any healthcare advice that contradicts a physician's guidance. Use of this site is subject to our Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, and Advertisement Policy. For more details, read our Full Disclaimer here.
NOTE: Join us in combating medical misinformation. If you encounter a questionable health, medical, or medical education claim, email us at factcheck@medicaldialogues.in for evaluation.