Chinese ‘tweets’ hint that happiness drops as air pollution rises

Scientists analyzed air quality data along with more than 210 million social media posts

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SMOGGY SPIRITS  Air pollution is a public health threat. It also contributes to a decline in people’s happiness, a new study shows.

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Air pollution is recognized as a public health threat in China, linked to heart disease, cancer, cognitive decline and even risky behavior.