Study says air pollution, more wind could fan spread of virusScientists are now raising concerns that air pollution and calm air could aid the spread of Covid-19. This raises a critical question on whether air pollution can exacerbate cases of Covid-19. An earlier study by Harvard School of Public Health linked increased particulate nature to higher death rates from the virus. The study, however, noted further research should be done to find out whether presence of coronavirus in air pollution could increase infections. The air quality in Nairobi, according to IQ Air, which measures air quality, is at 38 with particulate matter (PM) at 2.5.

Source: Standard Digital May 12, 2020 22:01 UTC