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Worried you’re breathing unclean air? Here’s how to measure it

By Margaret Davidson, Senior Lecturer, Occupational Hygiene and Environmental Health, Western Sydney University

A breath of fresh air does wonders for the body and mind.

In some areas, however, the air may not be as clean as it seems. This may be due to pollution or natural hazards such as bushfires and dust storms.

If you’re worried about air quality in your local area, there’s no shortage of apps and websites…

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