Recent studies reveal that even minimal exposure to PM2.5, tiny soot particles, significantly increases cardiovascular and respiratory health risks. In short:Research indicates no safe level of PM2.5 exposure, linking it to increased hospitalizations for cardiovascular diseases. The WHO's recommended PM2.5 levels are surpassed in the US, UK, and EU, posing ongoing health threats. Understanding these risks is vital for informed public policy and personal health decisions, especially considering the global scale of air pollution-related deaths. Air pollution linked to millions of birth complications across the globe.

Source: The Guardian February 23, 2024 12:45 UTC