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Newshour: 29/08/2023 13:06 GMT: Air pollution now the greatest external threat to human health

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29/08/2023 13:06 GMT

29/08/2023 13:06 GMT: Air pollution now the greatest external threat to human health

BBC World Service - Newshour, Air pollution now the greatest external threat to human health

India, Pakistan and China are some of the worst hit countries

A major new report warns that air pollution is one of the world’s greatest threats to public health, with India, Pakistan, China and Nigeria some of the worst hit countries. Researchers say that poor air quality can take more than two years off average life expectancy. 

Also on the programme: The Spanish World Cup sexism scandal continues as Spain’s regional football federations call on Luis Rubiales to stand down; and the smart socks with AI being used to help people with dementia. 

(IMAGE: An Indian man with his face covered with a cloth walks amid heavy smog in New Delhi, India CREDIT: EPA-EFE/RAJAT GUPTA)

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