Summary

Air pollution is responsible for over 1,100 annual cases of adenocarcinoma, the most common form of lung cancer in the UK, according to new WHO data.

The UK’s rates are higher than the US and Canada, with experts calling for urgent government action.

Lung cancer charities and health professionals warn of devastating consequences, urging stricter air quality regulations.

Despite a government pledge to improve air quality, critics argue that recent policies, such as Heathrow’s expansion, contradict efforts to reduce pollution-related health risks.