Table 1
Estimated economic losses due to pneumoconiosis (per person) in China, 1986
| Data source | Direct costs | Indirect costs |
|---|---|---|
| 20 plants in Shanghai | ¥2623 | ¥30732 |
| 10 provinces or cities in other parts of China | ¥3030 | ¥8925 |
| 13 coal mines in other parts of China | ¥2620 | ¥6892 |
| 4 non-ferrous metal mines in other parts of China | ¥3202 | ¥5035 |
| Average | ¥2869 | ¥12896 |
| Source: Ministry of Health, People’s Republic of China.9 | ||
