3.1K views · 80 reactions | Air pollution can cause serious health problems and remains hazardous across large parts of Australia, while smog from big polluters has breached national standards for three days in a row. Stay safe! | Greenpeace Australia Pacific | Facebook

Everyday, the air that most of us breathe is increasing our risk of strokes, heart disease, lung cancer, asthma, and so much more. Vehicle exhaust pipes all around us are releasing deathly nitrogen oxides and other fine particulate matter. These tiny particles work their way deep into our lungs causing health impacts that have been hugely underestimated. It’s shocking that Australia is the only other major global economy - alongside Russia - that does not have vehicle emission standards to limit

34K views · 595 reactions | 10 things to know about air pollution and its effects on health | World Health Organization (WHO) | Facebook