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www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Mental health

Homeless Australians are dying at 44 on average in hidden crisis

Hundreds of Australians experiencing homelessness are dying prematurely, with an average age of 44.
Suicide and overdose are major drivers of deaths among the homeless population. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
6 months ago
Environment

Ditching fossil fuels improves health: Deaths from particulate pollution have dropped 16% since 2005

Weaning off fossil fuels improves global health and saves lives.
Reduction in coal use is the main reason for the decline in premature deaths from particulates.
Humanity's delay in reducing greenhouse gas emissions is already having serious consequences. [ more ]
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