COPD vs. Global Warming

One more thought about COPD. Previously I wrote that there will be a rise in the number of cases of this condition, as well as becoming the third cause of death worldwide.
Why the increase? Air pollution is targeted as the main cause, especially in developing countries that don't have strict emission standards fro automobiles and industry.
So while there is much debate about whether or not climate change is due to air pollution. Has that caused the wild climate changes lately? At the risk of being called a heretic I'll say the jury is still out on that.
However, the rise of COPD is a definite indicator that air pollution needs to be decreased.
Then maybe we can all start breathing alittle bit easier.