Mortality rate attributed to household and ambient air pollution, age-standardized, female (per 100,000 female population)

This indicator reflects the annual number of deaths among women due to the combined effects of household and ambient air pollution, expressed per 100,000 female population and adjusted for age. It encompasses a range of health issues, focusing on conditions such as acute respiratory infections, cerebrovascular diseases, ischaemic heart diseases, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and lung cancer, with estimates for individuals over 25 years. The age-standardization allows for a fair comparison across different populations, accounting for variations in age distributions. Understanding this metric is crucial for public health planning and interventions, as it highlights the disproportionate impact of air pollution on female health and underscores the need for cleaner air initiatives to reduce mortality risks. Source: