Nearly 2,000 children under the age of five are dying due to air pollution every day, said a report released by a US-based independent nonprofit research organisation on Wednesday (Jun 19).

Air pollution becomes second leading risk factor of deaths globally, finds study

Around the world are dying younger than they should because of dirty air. A study by University in Singapore found a link between tiny pollution particles and 135 million early deaths between 1980 and 2020. Watch in for more details!

Air Pollution Crisis: 40 years of data reveal global health crisis, Asia worst affected

Air pollution impacts our health in ways we can't even imagine. It deteriorates the respiratory system and also affects other organs, especially in susceptible groups including the elderly, small children and individuals with pre-existing respiratory diseases.

Air pollution leads to rise in cases of respiratory infections like influenza. What are preventive measures?

Only seven countries worldwide are meeting the international air quality standard set by the World Health Organization (WHO) when it comes to airborne particles, known as PM2.

Only these seven countries meet WHO air quality standard: Report

Air pollution has been a defining feature of life in Thailand for quite some time, making for some harrowing stories. More than 10 million Thais sought treatment for illnesses linked to air pollution in 2023, reported the national economic and social development council (NESDC).

Thailand: 10 million sought treatment for pollution-related illnesses in 2023

Rising air pollution due to excessive flights has now become a crucial issue for climate activists. A new study claims that London is the most exposed city in the world to air pollution from Aviation.

London wary of air pollution from aviation, Dubai most polluting airport in world

London is the worst city for air pollution from aviation, according to a new study. Researchers for the Transport & Environment think tank found planes taking off and landing in the capital’s airports pump out emissions equivalent to 3.23 million cars worth.

London is most exposed city to air pollution from aviation, study finds

Two extensive studies conducted in the United States and published in The British Medical Journal (BMJ) reveal that both short and long-term exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.

Increased hospital admissions for major heart and lung diseases linked to air pollution: US study

China has some of the most polluted cities in the world. However, the launch of air pollution mitigation policies helped in a big way, and that is a sizeable decline in suicide rates.

Chinese study shows link between bad air quality and a spike in suicide rates

NASA has initiated a series of extended flights across Asia with its colossal flying laboratory, the DC-8. In a mission aimed at enhancing models crucial for forecasting and combating air pollution, the US space agency aims to make strides in identifying pollution sources and behaviors, potentially leading to more precise public warning systems.

NASA launches airborne assault to combat pollution in Asia

President Joe Biden's administration on Wednesday announced tough new air quality standards it said were sorely needed to protect the health of vulnerable communities, though industry groups have said the move would devastate domestic manufacturing.

US government strengthens soot regulations, angering industry

Asthma is a chronic lung disease affecting people of all ages worldwide. It is a condition in which the airways swell and become narrow, and air pollution makes it even worse.

Pollution makes respiratory illnesses worse in winter season: What should be preventive approach?

Toxic smog has been choking Pakistan's Lahore, known historically as a city of gardens, for weeks. In the packed paediatric emergency room of a Lahore public hospital, parents holding sick children lined up for treatment this week, part of a surge of young patients caused by the air pollution crisis in Pakistan's second most populous city.

Toxic smog engulfs Pakistan's Lahore and chokes 11 million residents

In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, how often do we pause to consider the air we breathe? The truth is, for many of us, the idea of air pollution might seem abstract, something that happens far away or in distant industrial zones.

Knowing more about air pollution encourages people to help control it. Here's how

Air pollution is directly linked with several cardiovascular and respiratory illnesses. It leads to impaired lung development and cancer in severe cases. While air pollution is a perpetual worldwide problem, some places face it more than others.

Some practical ways to combat air pollution as we step into a new year

India's Mumbai is often hailed as the City of Dreams. The city has long attracted people from far and wide but now residents of Mumbai are looking to relocate from this city of Dreams. Why? Well due to its worsening air quality. WION's principal correspondent Disha Shah gets us this report.

India's financial capital Mumbai engulfed with smoke

As Delhi's air quality continues to leave the people gasping for breath, have you wondered how toxic air impacts your mental health? Molly Gambhir tells you.

Gravitas: How does toxic air impact your mental health?

India's national capital is witnessing a sharp spike in air pollution levels with many parts of Delhi battling dangerous air quality. The Delhi government has said that the situation is expected to remain for the next two days.

Delhi AQI: Air Quality worsens in India's Capital

It is another year of North India breathing toxic air since the start of the winter season. The AQI remains at an alarming level, with no signs of any improvement in the coming days. The persistent bad air has become a health emergency. According to experts, air pollution can have long-term life-altering health impacts. How can India address its ongoing acute and deepening air quality crisis? Vikram Chandra talks to expert, Dr Vivek Nangia, Chief of Pulmonology, Max Healthcare, New Delhi.

Delhi AQI: Toxic air is a health crisis

Delhi AQI: Top ten facts about pollution in India

The air quality remains very poor at 405 in India's capital Delhi. This is according to the forecasting body under the Union Ministry of Earth Sciences. In many parts of Delhi NCR, the AQI which had decreased because of the rain has now spiked to dangerous levels after Diwali.

Delhi AQI: Schools likely to remain closed beyond November 18

37 of the 40 most polluted cities are in South Asia. PM2.5 levels in Delhi, Kathmandu, Lahore, and Dhaka are up to 20 times higher than levels the WHO calls 'healthy'. What are the reasons for this, and what are the solutions? Experts track it down to a spurt in economic activity and industrialization that is tripping over itself. The World Bank has called for a coordinated approach among South Asian nations to defeat the malaise and the very real threat it poses.

South Asia's air pollution woes

Air pollution is a critical global issue, significantly impacting human health. India faces an especially severe situation, with its cities often ranking among the world’s most polluted.

Breathing easier! How to minimise the impact of air pollution on lung health

Air pollution poses a significant threat to lung health, irritating the airways, damaging lung tissue, and elevating the risk of various lung diseases. Among these, lung cancer stands out as one of the most severe consequences, with an estimated 7 million deaths attributed to air pollution each year, according to the World Health Organization.

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