Air pollution kills more people than many major diseases combined
Air pollution causes more deaths every year than car accidents, malaria, and HIV combined. Its toxic particles quietly damage the lungs, heart, and brain.
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Low-income countries suffer the most from air pollution
Countries in South Asia, Africa, and parts of the Middle East face the highest exposure levels.
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WHO links millions of deaths annually to polluted air
WHO data shows that outdoor air pollution caused 4.2 million premature deaths in 2019, many of them linked to respiratory diseases such as asthma.
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Winter smog can trap pollutants close to the ground.
WHO warns that winter pollution raises respiratory risks for children, older adults, and those with health issues.
