A new study in Britain has found that pneumonia,caused by high pollution levels,is killing thousands of people every year.Researchers at the Birmingham University examined death rates in 352 local authorities in Britain from 1996 to 2004and found a "strong correlation" pneumonia and pollution levels.High mortality rates were observed in areas with elevated ambient pollution levels.The strongest single effect was an increase in pneumonia deaths."Road transpoort was the chief source of the emissions responsible,although it was not possible to discriminate the different chemical components.However,the researchers conceded that social factors may also be involved.The study revealed that,390,000 people died from pneumonia in England in past 8 years,with 35 local authorities accounting for around 54,000 more than would be expected.These figures were cross-checked with a range of pollutants levels,including engine exhaust emissions.
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