London’s ultra low emission zones are proving a game-changer for kids’ lung health—new research shows children aged six to nine saw measurable lung capacity recovery after pollution-reducing policies took effect, outpacing similar improvements in nearby towns without such zones. The study links traffic pollution, especially nitrogen dioxide, to stunted lung growth and long-term health risks like asthma and COPD, making clean air zones a vital global public health tool—even as they face political pushback. With Canada lacking similar initiatives, London’s success offers a powerful blueprint for cities worldwide to protect children’s breathing—and their futures.
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