Pollution is a major driver of disease. Harmful chemicals can travel far beyond where they are released, contaminating air, water & food systems and contributing to millions of premature deaths each year. That’s why we must #BeatChemicalPollution# using a #OneHealth# approach:

Air pollution on race day is linked to slower marathon times. A study of 2.7 million finishes at the World Marathon Majors found higher nitrogen dioxide associated with slower times, about 1.4–1.6 minutes per extra µg/m³. Recreational runners were hit about six times harder than elites. PM2.5 wasn’t significant after weather was accounted for.

Light pollution is causing birds around the world to sing for longer each day, prolonging their vocalizations on average by 50 minutes, according to a 2025 study in Science. Learn more: #ScienceMagArchives#

Oil pollution has spread along the southern coasts of Iran's Qeshm and Hengam islands, covering about 32,000 square meters (344,000 square feet), ISNA reported on Thursday. Several cleanup teams have been working in affected areas since Wednesday, including a large group of local volunteers, the news agency said. Authorities are still investigating the source of the pollution in coordination with Iran's Ports and Maritime Organization and Qeshm port authorities.