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School measurements before and after London’s Ulez found children’s lung size and function improved as nitrogen dioxide exposure fell faster than in Luton, the control town. The Lancet Public Health study links cleaner traffic policy to restored lung growth, while noting other factors, including Covid-era
London’s clean-air zones have helped make children’s lungs stronger
London’s clean-air zones have helped make children’s lungs stronger

20.08.2026

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