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Fossil fuels damage health from birth to death report warns of cradle to grave harm
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
Health damage begins before birth and follows life
A new report warns that fossil fuels harm health across the entire chain—starting with extraction and transport, then worsening as fuels are burned. The damage can begin before birth and persist until death, with the poorest communities facing the greatest risks. It also points to threats from pipeline leaks and major oil spills beyond air pollution alone.
- Health impacts start before birth and last until death
- Extraction, transport and burning all worsen long-term wellbeing
- Poorest communities are hit hardest by these risks
- Pipeline leaks and oil spills add hazards beyond air pollution
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