Adebanke Adebayo

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Most Americans (73%) are aware that air pollution from the use of fossil fuels harms human health. However, only about half (55%) are able to name even one such health impact. Additionally, the most frequently cited health impacts are general (e.g., breathing problems, respiratory illness) rather than specific (e.g., asthma).