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Pakistan air pollution: Toxic smog sends over 1.9 million to hospitals in a month

IndiaTimes Sunday, 17 November 2024
Toxic smog is overwhelming hospitals in Pakistan's Punjab province, with over 1.91 million respiratory illness cases reported in the past month. Lahore, the worst-hit city, is grappling with hazardous air quality, forcing school closures and lockdowns. The crisis, fueled by industrial emissions and agricultural practices, has left residents struggling to breathe and healthcare workers overwhelmed.
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