RE: EPAThe EPA has said, based on various studies, cutting smog from 80 to 75 parts per billion would prevent between 900 and 1,100 premature deaths a year.
It would also mean 1,400 fewer non-fatal heart attacks and 5,600 fewer hospital or emergency room visits.
A separate study suggests that tightening the standard to 70 parts per billion could avoid as many s 3,800 premature deaths nationwide.
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So these people live.
They continue to drive cars,
push gas powered lawn mowers,
they need eat, so more food is needed,
they will be a bigger drain on Medicare,
as other age related ailments will draw on that resource.
Looks like the cure comes with a price.
Yes, Think green folks,
soylent Green.
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Chocolate chip cookies anyone?