Air pollution exposes people to particulate matter that includes black carbon, nitrogen oxides, ozone, and sulfur dioxide, which are known to cause a range of deadly diseases. This is extremely concerning considering that 9 out of 10 people are breathing unhealthy air worldwide according to the Environmental Defense Fund. A few tips can partly mitigate the effects of environmental pollution and help you lead a healthier life.
Health Impacts of Pollution
A major cause of pollutants is fossil fuel burning and transportation. The fine particles created from vehicles, especially black carbon and nitrogen oxides, lead to conditions causing an estimated 6 million premature deaths a year. These include:
- Heart attacks and strokes
- Lung diseases like asthma, emphysema, bronchitis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- Cancers
- Impaired brain development in children
Tips for Reducing Pollution Risk
Due to career or life necessities, most people…
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