Projected health benefits of air pollution reductions in a Swedish population.

ABSTRACT:

Background

A large part of the Swedish population is exposed to higher levels of air pollution than the health-centered air quality guidelines recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO).

Aim

The aim of the study was to illustrate the potential health benefits of cleaner air in Sweden by conducting a comprehensive health impact assessment, using a population sample of 100,000 individuals representing the country's demographics.

Methods

Exposure-response functions for various health outcomes were derived from epidemiological literature, mainly from systematic reviews and low-exposure settings. Two hypothetical scenarios were studied: a 1 µg/m³ decrease in particulate matter with an aerodynamic diameter <2.5µm (PM_2.5) and nitrogen dioxide (N

SUBMITTER: Oudin A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12858656 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature