Research has found that outdoor air pollution, even at levels below government standards, is associated with differences in the brains of children, affecting cognitive function and potentially leading to early markers for Alzheimer’s disease. A systematic review by the University of California, Davis, analyzed 40 studies from around the world, with most showing a link between air pollution and brain differences in children. Children are particularly vulnerable to air pollution due to their developing brains and bodies. Recommendations to reduce harm include using air filters in homes and schools near busy roads and incorporating air pollution measures into health studies.
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Systematic review links outdoor air pollution to differences in children’s brains
