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Invisible dust storm. Photo courtesy of the Tel Aviv University spokeswoman

50% of the dust storms in Israel are not recognized and this may endanger the public

In the eastern Mediterranean area there is desert dust in the air almost all year round, and not only in spring or autumn as is commonly thought. Why is this important?
Illustration of the relationship between air pollution and autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Credit: Dr. Rahaitham Amal

Research at the Hebrew University links common pollutants in the air to autism

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"Different types of neurological disorders, including disorders on the autism spectrum, may be related to this environmental factor," explains Prof. Haitham Amal from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, senior author of the study
air pollution Illustration: depositphotos.com

The tiny killer: air pollution is ranked as the second risk factor for death in the world

The State of the World Air report reveals that air pollution caused the death of more than 8 million people in one year. Who is at high risk, what is the situation in Israel and what can be done?