We all have to breathe to live. But the air we breathe is polluted both outdoors and indoors. Each year, this pollution costs 7 million lives across the globe – and a lot of suffering. 1 in 8 deaths is due to air pollution. This course will provide you with an introduction to the most recent research in the field of health effects of air pollution as well as a broader understanding of sources and spread of air pollution and what we should do about it
Audience
The course is an introductory course for anyone interested in knowing more about air pollution and health.
Content
3 weeks of study, 2-5 hours pr. week
Week 1: The Air We Breathe
Week 2: Outdoor Air Pollution
Week 3: Indoor Air Pollution
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