What impact does air pollution from diesel vehicles have on adults?

In adults, NOx and particulate pollution can cause illness and early death.

• Air pollution exposure increases risk of severe COPD
• Small amounts of air pollution linked to more death for senior citizens: Study
• Air Pollution Cancels Positive Health Effects of Exercise in Older Adults

With specific reference to OC Transpo workers:

• Workplace exposure to diesel fumes and pollution is now seen as being similar to “the early days of the asbestos”