India, Jan. 14 -- A new study analysing air pollution mortality across 150 countries finds indoor air pollution contributes significantly to premature deaths worldwide

The research shows similar health effects whether pollution comes from solid fuels in poorer countries or household appliances in wealthier ones

Countries with wider access to clean household energy, electricity and healthcare face far lower mortality risks

The findings challenge the separation of indoor and outdoor air pollution, linking both to energy systems and public health policy

When indoor air pollution makes the news in western countries, it often feels like a local issue. One week it focuses on wood-burning stoves. Another it is gas cookers or the question of ...