The underestimated health hazard of air pollution significantly affects your health. Research indicates a strong correlation between exposure to polluted air and a heightened likelihood of developing heart conditions, lung cancer, and experiencing premature mortality among adults.
Pollutants from the air are capable of penetrating the bloodstream, leading to inflammation, artery hardening, and the formation of blood clots. These conditions are precursors to heart attacks and strokes.
Prolonged contact with polluted air is linked to reduced lung efficiency and the emergence of chronic respiratory conditions, including asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Children face particularly severe risks from air pollution. Being exposed to harmful pollutants during critical periods of growth can result in enduring health issues.
Evidence points to air pollution’s role in causing premature births, infant deaths, asthma, allergies, and cognitive delays. A particular study highlighted that exposure to elevated air pollution levels during pregnancy increases the likelihood of autism spectrum disorders in children.
Children, with their developing respiratory and immune systems, are exceptionally susceptible to the hazardous effects of polluted air.
What is often overlooked is the fact that indoor air can be up to five times more polluted than outdoor air.
This underscores the risk of air pollution inside homes, even in areas where the quality of outdoor air is considered to be generally good, posing a constant threat to you and your loved ones.
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