Olympics and its Legacy on Public Health

Hans Troedsson, the World Health Organization’s China representative, acknowledged China’s efforts to improve environment, food and water safety and to promote public health awareness in preparation for the 2008 Olympics, China Daily reports. But Troedsson said these programs, such as Beijing’s smoking ban at all hotels that serve athletes and Olympic workers, competition venues and restaurants, should continue on beyond the event.

Some, though, are doubtful that any of the changes will last.

Sun Guangxin, a Beijing-based office worker, expressed doubt that the tobacco-control measures would last long after the Olympic Games because the government would not be paying as much attention.

“People should be more aware of how important it is to look after their health, though,” he said.

Still, Troedsson said efforts will be made to ensure that such changes remain in place.

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