A study by the University of Geneva is suggesting there’s a link between Covid infections and air pollution.
Researchers say it’s possible fine particles in the air are vectors for the virus and the effect of pollution itself can weaken the immune system.
Leading the study, Professor Antoine Flahault, adds the recent Sahara sand that covered Europe in recent weeks could have helped the spread.
Authorities have not officially linked pollution or the sand with increased infections.
A new hotline for victims of domestic violence - 142
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Ikea slammed for pricing practices
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Champions and younger runners in this year's Geneva Marathon
Record numbers, and a younger crowd, are set for the Geneva Marathon this year.
French customs officers using blue lights in Switzerland
Geneva police stopped a car with blue flashing lights and french license plates on the autoroute near Bardonnex.
Drivers stuck as extremely long red light
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Shock neck and neck opinion poll result
Voters are heading for a tight decision on immigration.
