研究发现,美国城市的空气污染与呼吸道住院病例增加12%有关。
Air pollution in U.S. cities linked to 12% rise in respiratory hospitalizations, study finds.
今天发表的一份新研究报告将美国主要城市空气污染加剧与去年呼吸道住院病例增加联系起来,研究人员警告说,气候变化和城市发展正在加剧这一问题。
A new study released today links increased air pollution in major U.S. cities to a rise in respiratory hospitalizations over the past year, with researchers warning that climate change and urban development are exacerbating the problem.
根据35个大都市地区的数据,调查结果显示,在高污染期间,急诊室出诊治疗哮喘和支气管炎的人数增加了12%。
The findings, based on data from 35 metropolitan areas, show a 12% increase in emergency room visits for asthma and bronchitis during periods of high pollution.
公共卫生官员敦促加强排放条例和扩大监测努力。
Public health officials urge stronger emissions regulations and expanded monitoring efforts.