Global Statement on Air Pollution and Health: Opportunities for Africa

Caradee Y. Wright; Angela Mathee; Stuart Piketh; Kristy Langerman; Tafadzwa Makonese; Siyavuya Bulani; Himla Soodyall

doi:10.5334/aogh.2667

Abstract

The editorial speaks to the Global Statement on Air Pollution and Health and How it may assist African countries to eliminate air pollution-related health impacts.

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Global Statement on Air Pollution and Health: Opportunities for Africa

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