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A recent study commissioned by Transport & Environment (T&E) suggests that over 50 million people living near major European airports may experience negative health effects due to ultrafine particles emitted by jet engines.
While research is limited, these ultrafine particles, less than 0.1 micrometers in diameter, are thought to potentially increase the risk of respiratory diseases, cardiovascular problems, neurological conditions, diabetes, and pregnancy complications.
Unlike larger PM2.5 particles, ultrafine particles pose a greater threat as their minuscule size allows them to penetrate deeper into the human body.
The research team that to quantify the impact of this pollution across Europe, acknowledging the scarcity and inconclusive nature of current research on ultrafine particles.
The study emphasizes the need for further investigation into the health risks posed by ultrafine particles, a relatively under-researched area of air pollution.
The findings raise concerns about the potential health consequences for individuals living near airports, particularly those exposed to high levels of ultrafine particle emissions from jet engines.
