The Dieselgate scandal has led to serious public health consequences, with about 16,000 premature deaths and 30,000 child asthma cases attributed to excess diesel emissions in the UK. Despite the 2015 revelation that many diesel cars were equipped with illegal devices to cheat emissions tests, the UK has failed to take adequate actions like those in the US. Researchers warn of an impending 6,000 more deaths and 800,000 lost work days due to pollution. Without intervention, more than 81,000 additional deaths and economic costs of £430bn are expected by 2040, perpetuating the health crisis for future generations.
The fallout from Dieselgate has included about 124,000 early deaths and economic damage of £760bn, with projections of further premature deaths and financial burdens.
Our calculations reveal the widespread and devastating health impacts of excessive diesel emissions—thousands of lives cut short, countless children developing asthma, and an immense burden of chronic illness.
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