Air pollution causes a ‘huge’ reduction in intelligence, scientists say.
Shocking new research suggests air pollution has a serious impact on mental capabilities as well as physical health in human beings.
High levels of pollution can trigger a decrease in language and arithmetic skills – with the average impact of ‘dirty air’ equivalent to losing a year in education.
The United Nations has blamed air pollution for seven million deaths worldwide each year, while campaigners have urged local government to take more action.
