Air pollution is literally a matter of life and death.

A surprising fact that most people don't realize is the silent, deadly menace that is air pollution. It's an invisible danger that affects us all, but it doesn't get the attention it deserves. Despite the significant impact it has on human health, the general public is not as informed about air pollution as we would hope.

Air pollution is literally a matter of life and death. It's not just an environmental problem—it's a dire health crisis. Indeed, studies list it as one of the top three causes of premature mortality.

The effects of air pollution are so profound that it shortens the global average life expectancy by about three years, affecting urban communities the worst. (Rodielon Putol, more at earth.com)