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<p>According to the Daily Air Quality Index there were ‘moderate’ to ‘very high’ levels
of air pollution in some areas of the United Kingdom between 7 and 8 April and between
15 to 25 April 2019. The figures for emergency ambulance dispatches for stroke in
this period are not available in the requested format and a comparative assessment
has not been made.</p><p>In January 2019, the Government launched the Clean Air Strategy,
which sets out plans for dealing with all sources of air pollution to save lives,
protect nature and boost the economy.</p><p>Preventing stroke is one of NHS England’s
priorities and, following the publication of the NHS Long Term Plan in January 2019,
NHS England has been working closely with the Stroke Association to develop a national
stroke programme to be delivered within the timescale of this plan.</p>
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