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The burden of air pollution is not distributed equally. Some regions face a much more severe loss of life than others: Residents lose an average of 3.9 years .

According to a landmark study published in Cardiovascular Research , air pollution led to an estimated globally in a single year. Researchers found that the toxic mix of gases and fine particulate matter (PM2.5) causes an average reduction of 2.9 years in life expectancy worldwide. air_pollution_takes_three_years_off_life_bbc_ne...

While often associated with respiratory issues, the study highlights that is responsible for the majority of these premature deaths. Professor Jos Lelieveld, a co-lead of the research, explains that air pollutants cause oxidative stress that damages blood vessels, leading to increased blood pressure, strokes, and heart attacks. Regional Disparities The burden of air pollution is not distributed equally

The Global Threat: Air Pollution Slashes Human Lifespan by Nearly Three Years Researchers found that the toxic mix of gases