EU says one in eight deaths linked to pollution.

[2greys]

One in every eight deaths in Europe can be linked to pollution, according to a new report by the EU's environment agency (EEA).

It said factors such as air and noise pollution, as well as poor water quality and exposure to chemicals, contributed to 13% of all deaths.

The report also noted that poorer communities and vulnerable people were the hardest hit by pollution.

"Strong action is needed to protect the most vulnerable," the agency said.

"There is a clear link between the state of the environment and the health of our population," the EU's Environment Commissioner Virginijus Sinkevicius said.

"Everyone must understand that by taking care of our planet we are not only saving ecosystems, but also lives," he added.

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[Ergendl]

While that is true, go back 100 or 150 years and see the pollution damage then. Technology has a great deal to answer for in the damage to our planet, but it has also brought great increases in life expectancy in many countries.

[Dublinn in reply to Ergendl]

Different type now, and more insidious. I suffer severe asthma because my airways are allergic to this new pollution.