London children show improved lung growth following Ulez introduction
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London children show improved lung growth following Ulez introduction

18 Aug 2026 · Originally published 18 Aug 2026 9/10 Original headline: Ulez led to better lung size and function among London children, study finds
A study of London schoolchildren has found that lung capacity, previously stunted by traffic pollution, began to recover after the introduction of the ultra-low emission zone. This restoration of lung function suggests that clean-air policies can directly mitigate the long-term health risks associated with urban air pollution.
Source: The Guardian UK Greater London
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