With the Olympics slated for Beijing in 2008, it seems that the Chinese government is getting increasingly sensitive about any news about smog and pollution. Many in the Olympic sports circles are worried about the quality of air and the effect that this will have on the performances of the athletes.
Frankly speaking, having returned from China in May, I can see why they are concerned. Its the second time I return from there with a cough (without a cold) and I believe that next time, i will adopt the same “white mask ” dress code as many chinese do now.
This society went from tons of bikes and healthy rural living, to tons of motorbikes and Mcdonald’s urban living. Imagine the finding that hundreds of thousands die in China prematurely due to smog? Read this article and see what rampant development can create…
Sass