In Canada: The SUV curse: boomers facing death-by-smog

"Assuming no changes in air pollution levels over the coming years, the report predicts smog will have a major effect on health care because of the aging bubble of baby boomers. Specifically, smog-related emergency room visits for seniors are expected to jump by almost 24,000 per year, compared with an increase of 4,000 visits for all other age groups combined, according to the report. Part of the problem is Canada is a laggard in conservation and a leader in energy consumption, Boadway said." "Smog Will Hit Baby Boomers' Hearts Hard: Report" CBC News