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    How bad is air pollution? Jump to media player David Shukman examines the effect that air pollution has on our bodies.
    • 14 Jan 19
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    Five ways to avoid air pollution Jump to media player Simple tips to avoid inhaling air from traffic and other common sources of pollution.
    • 07 Mar 17
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    Can trees cut air pollution? Jump to media player US study reveals how much trees help tackle urban air pollution
    • 03 Mar 17
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    'You can see it coming out of exhausts' Jump to media player Pedestrians and drivers in Scotland's most polluted street share their views on levels of air pollution in the city.
    • 16 Feb 17
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    London kids on air pollution: 'Our eyes sting' Jump to media player The Mayor of London has used the highest pollution level alert for the first time. We speak to kids about what life is like in the capital.
    • 29 Jan 17
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What does air pollution do to our bodies?

David Shukman examines the effect that air pollution has on our bodies.

UK scientists estimate that air pollution cuts British people's lives by an average of six months.

  • 14 Jan 2019
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