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Ways Air Pollution Can Affect Your Health

Short-term symptoms include eye irritation, difficulty breathing, coughing, and shortness of breath, particularly during physical activity.

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Long-term health risks include an increased risk of stroke, heart disease, lung cancer, COPD, pneumonia, and cataracts.

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The risk of stillbirth, miscarriage, neurological conditions like cognitive impairment and dementia, and respiratory infections are also increased.

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Air pollution can exacerbate existing conditions such as asthma, heart, and lung, increasing the risk for those with these conditions.

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Air pollution poses a significant risk to children and the elderly, increasing their vulnerability and potential health issues.

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Air pollution can heighten the likelihood of neurological issues such as cognitive impairment and dementia.

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Air pollution has been linked to reproductive issues, including increased risks of stillbirth and miscarriage.

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Air pollution can cause eye, nose, and throat irritation, inflammation, and kidney disease.

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Air pollution and climate change are interconnected due to their shared sources, including fossil fuel emissions, which pose significant health threats.

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