
Jul 17, 2026
✦Indian Express
Air pollution may be quietly damaging your kidneys, even if you’re young, study warns
A new study warns that air pollution may damage kidneys, even in young adults. Researchers compared Delhi and Chennai, noting higher PM2.5 levels in Delhi. Dr. Dorairaj Prabhakaran said, “The study clearly shows that an increase in PM2.5 exposure is linked with worsening kidney function.” Pollution impacts our health significantly.