Air pollution tied to signs of Alzheimer’s in brain tissue, study finds

WASHINGTON POST • February 23, 2024

People who inhale higher concentrations of tiny airborne particulates, like from diesel exhaust or other traffic-related air pollutants, are more likely to have signs of Alzheimer’s disease in their brains, according to a new study, the latest in a growing body of research that shows a link between air pollution and cognitive decline.