Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, and its residents are paying the price not only through lung and heart diseases but also through joint problems. According to the Indian Rheumatology Association, high levels of PM2.5 particles in the air are now being recognised as a significant trigger for inflammation and arthritis. Doctors say the toxic air causes the body’s immune system to turn against itself, damaging joints and increasing pain and stiffness.
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