Air pollution, particularly fine particulate matter (PM 2.5), has reached critical levels in Bangladesh, leading to a widespread health crisis. This systemic pollution is significantly increasing the prevalence of respiratory illnesses, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and mental health disorders, resulting in an estimated 102,456 premature deaths annually.
Disease
acute respiratory infection
Confirmed deaths
102,456
Notes
Widespread health crisis driven by PM 2.5 exposure, contributing to diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and respiratory infections.
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| country | সারাদেশ, বিশেষ করে ঢাকা ও রাজশাহীতে এর প্রভাব প্রকট |