Household energy, indoor air pollution and child respiratory health in South Africa
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https://doi.org/10.17159/2413-3051/2009/v20i1a3296Abstract
Indoor air pollution due to the indoor burning of polluting fuels has been associated with Acute Lower Respiratory Infections (ALRI) amongst children less than five years old. This paper reviews evidence of the association between household energy, indoor air pollution and child ALRI in South Africa. Studies show evidence consistent with the international literature with the likelihood of ALRI between 2 and 4 amongst children living in households using polluting fuels compared to households using electricity. Indoor air pollution is responsible for the deaths of up to 1 400 children annually. Interven-tions have demonstrated 46 – 97% lower pollution concentrations compared to open fires. However, the sustainability of selected interventions has been questioned in certain contexts. The paper discusses the strengths and weaknesses of the evidence and highlights opportunities for further research.Downloads
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2009-02-01
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Household energy, indoor air pollution and child respiratory health in South Africa. (2009). Journal of Energy in Southern Africa, 20(1), 4-13. https://doi.org/10.17159/2413-3051/2009/v20i1a3296