04/05/2026
Both short term and long term exposure to air pollutants can cause lung conditions such as Asthma and COPD. Air pollutants also increase the risk of lung infections like bronchitis and pneumonia.
If pollution is affecting you, you may notice:
▪ more coughing
▪ difficulty breathing
▪ wheezing
▪ irritation in nose or throat
▪ that your lung symptoms are worse
▪ you need to use your inhaler more often.
Air pollution harms us all, but it’s especially harmful if you have a lung condition.
If you are experiencing any of the above symptoms, contact your GP.
👉Find out more: https://www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/living-with/air-pollution/your-lungs