How the air we breathe could be impacting our brains

Australia ranks among the best globally for air quality, but worsening climate change and extended bushfire seasons are impacting health through even low levels of air pollution, with particulate matter posing risks to both lung and brain health. Experts warn of cognitive issues from long-term exposure, with children and pregnant women being particularly vulnerable, and even brief exposure affecting focus and academic performance. While air pollution is a significant risk factor globally, Australia is urged not to be complacent, as wood heater smoke and industrial areas pose threats to health, necessitating better policies to reduce chronic pollution sources and prevent diseases like dementia and stroke.

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