03 Jul 2025
World Health Organization, Dr Maria Neira, Dr Guy Fones
Air pollution: tackling a critical driver of the global NCD crisis
Air pollution is the second leading risk factor for noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) after tobacco smoking. Despite being a critical driver of the global NCD burden, air pollution often remains overlooked in the global NCD response. By recognizing and addressing this gap, we have a powerful opportunity to save lives, protect livelihoods, and advance both human and planetary health. Outdoor (am...
03 Jul 2025