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There is a
-found
on the roads that could be harming our health - brake pads from road
. Scientists have discovered that toxic dust and metal
from worn-out brake pads could have the same harmful
on our bodies as diesel emissions. King's College London found that fine dust released when a vehicle brakes could cause a
of health problems. These include an inflammation of the lungs, reduced
, an increased risk of respiratory problems, and serious
like bronchitis or
. It is estimated that 93 per cent of particulate pollution from traffic comes from
such as tyres, clutches and brake wear, and road dust.
