Premature deaths attributable to PM2.5 exposure in Europe 2021, by cause

Published by Ian Tiseo, Jan 9, 2024

There were an estimated 293,000 deaths attributable to exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) in Europe in 2021. The leading cause of death attributable to PM2.5 exposure was ischemic heart disease, followed by stroke, diabetes, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. 

Mortality due to exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) in Europe in 2021, by cause

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Release date

November 2023

Region

Europe, EU

Survey time period

2021

Special properties

Data considers premature deaths attributable to exposure to PM2.5 above the 2021 WHO AQ guideline level of 5 µg/m³.

Supplementary notes

*Less than 10

PM2.5 refers to atmospheric particulate matter (PM) that has a diameter of less than 2.5 µm. For all-cause mortality, adults above 30 years are considered, while for the specific causes, different age groups are considered.

Figures show mortality for six specific causes across 40 European countries.

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