Health risks linked to air pollution: After Diwali, it became difficult to breathe the Delhi air again. This is the situation not only in the capital but also in many cities across the country. The air quality index (AQI) has become so bad that many serious health problems have started to arise.
Additionally, due to increasing pollution, the lifespan may also be reduced by 5 to 8 years. The University of Chicago Air Quality Index Report 2024 says that the air in India has become so bad that life can be reduced by 5 years. Talking about Delhi, the lifespan of people living there decreases by 8 years. Let us know its serious dangers…
Is life expectancy decreasing due to air pollution?
What are the dangers of breathing polluted air?
According to experts, polluted air contains PM 2.5. It contains small particles of dust, soil and chemicals that enter the body through breathing and reach all organs with oxygen and damage them. This increases the risk of diseases like cancer. Additionally, heart attacks and weak heart problems also occur due to air pollution. It also affects the kidneys and liver, which can shorten lifespan.
The brain is also threatened by air pollution
What to do to avoid pollution
Don’t go anywhere without wearing a mask.
Use an air purifier.
Use public transportation more.
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