Health impact assessment of auto rickshaw and cab drivers due to exposure to vehicular pollution in Delhi: An integrated approach

Tuesday, January 25th, 2022

This study examined the health impacts of exposure to air pollution in 75 auto rickshaw drivers, as compared with 75 drivers of air-conditioned private taxis, in Delhi, India. Lung function (FEV1, FVC, FVC/FEV1 ratio) was assessed in 20 individuals from each of the driver groups using a Vitalograph Alpha spirometer.