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FOUR HOURS! is all takes for the air you breath to harm your mind. This is not a distant threat to our health it's an immediate crisis unfolding with every breath. Groundbreaking new research, published as recently as February this year, delivers a chilling truth, inhaling polluted air can impair our cognitive abilities, including attention and emotional recognition, within a mere four hours of exposure! Here in Kampala, this finding resonates with alarming urgency, as you have observed from results posted from previous campaigns on our various social media platforms. This means the invisible particulate matter we breathe daily is not only impacting our respiratory and cardiovascular systems but is directly diminishing our capacity for focus, clear decision-making, and even our social interactions, all within a single morning or afternoon. This acute cognitive harm builds upon the established long-term risks, including increased susceptibility to neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. It's a profound threat to our daily productivity! We cannot afford to wait. This silent assault on our brains and bodies demands immediate, decisive action. Join us in this critical fight for clean air and a future where every breath empowers, rather than imperils, our cognitive health. #RunForCleanAirUG #CitizenScienceUG #KampalaBreathes

KAMPALA IS SMOKING WITHOUT LIGHTING UP At The Public Square, we are committed to shedding light on critical issues affecting our communities. Recently, one of our colleagues @juliantabaro undertook a significant 60km run across Kampala from the bustling streets of Kololo to the vital routes like Bombo Road and the residential areas of Kawempe and Luwero all while equipped with an air monitor under the #KampalaBreathes campaign. The data we collected reveals a silent, yet deadly, crisis, our city's air quality! The findings are stark and demand urgent attention. PM2.5 levels in areas like Kawempe frequently equate to smoking 8 cigarettes per day, while the dust on Bombo Road exposes residents and commuters to PM10 levels comparable to 4 cigarettes daily. This isn't just about statistics, it's about the very air we breathe and its profound impact on our health, especially for our children and vulnerable populations. At The Public Square, we believe that understanding is the first step towards action. We urge everyone to review this crucial information and join us in advocating for cleaner air. Let's collectively demand a healthier environment for present and future generations. #RunForCleanAirUG #CitizenScienceUG #KampalaBreathes