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A USP survey reveals that dead people in the city of São Paulo have lungs similar to those of smokers

An unprecedented survey by the Air Pollution Laboratory, at the USP Medical School, shows that the lungs of the inhabitants of the city of São Paulo, one of the most polluted in the world, can be similar to that of light smokers (those who consume less than ten cigarettes per day). Still in progress, the study was anticipated by the United Nations Assembly for the Environment, which began this Monday (4) and has as its theme the fight against pollution.

Led by pathologist Paulo Saldiva, the group analyzed the bodies of people taken to the Death Verification Service (SVO) and measured the amount of carbon in the lungs, in addition to gathering information about the patient's life. At least 2,000 bodies have already been evaluated and 350 that contained more complete data have already been selected to compose the study.

The research should be completed in the coming weeks, but it is already known that exposure to pollution affects metabolism, can cause hormonal disorders and contribute to obesity. In addition, in cities like São Paulo, with a level of pollution far above that recommended by the UN, the inhabitants suffer from respiratory and kidney problems, vitamin D deficiency, accelerated progression of degenerative diseases and risks to pregnancy and the health of newborns. -born. Check out some tips on how to deal with air pollution in São Paulo.