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As Asian Cities Grow, So Do Public Health Concerns
Smoking, junk food, and and alcohol use are wreaking havoc among poor migrants in Asian capitals.
All around the world, rural migrants are flocking to cities in search of a better life. But it turns out that a move to the big city can bring out the worst in people.
According to public health researchers, the bad habits include a more sedentary lifestyle, the consumption of energy-dense but often nutrient-poor foods, and rampant use of alcohol and tobacco.