5 Unhealthiest Countries In Asia

4. Pakistan 

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Pakistan is one of the most polluted countries globally, with fine particulate air pollution (PM2.5) being a major health threat. This pollution reduces the average life expectancy of Pakistani residents by 3.9 years compared to what it would be if WHO guidelines were met. In the most polluted regions, such as Lahore and Peshawar, life expectancy is reduced by almost 7 years due to air pollution. In 2021, Pakistan spent 0.84% of its GDP on healthcare, down from 0.94% in 2019 and well below the average for lower-middle-income countries. In 2023, health expenditures totaled Rs 843.2 billion, an 8.3% drop from 2022.