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Many Europeans still exposed to harmful air pollution

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Press Release Published 24 Nov 2015 Last modified 03 Jun 2016

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Air pollution is the single largest environmental health risk in Europe. It shortens people’s lifespan and contributes to serious illnesses such as heart disease, respiratory problems and cancer. A new report published today by the European Environment Agency (EEA) estimates that air pollution continues to be responsible for more than 430 000 premature deaths in Europe.

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