Air pollution linked to rise in heart-related deaths

A recent study by the World Heart Federation reveals a concerning rise in deaths from heart-related conditions due to air pollution. In 2019, almost 7 million deaths were attributed to air pollution, with 1.9 million from heart disease and nearly a million from strokes. Globally, 22% of ischaemic heart disease deaths and 15% of stroke deaths in 2019 were linked to air pollution. The study emphasizes the urgent need for stricter air quality measures.