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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.
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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.