Lungs under threat amid poor air quality

New Delhi: Air pollution is a silent poison; millions of people die amid poor air quality because lungs are the first organs of human beings that are affected primarily due to inhalation of hazardous air. Overall, its effect is deadly on general health, including asthma, heart disease, sneezing, coughing, and so on. The moment air quality improves all the hue and cry regarding pollution put in the cold storage. The same story is repeated every year. Unfortunately, there is no solution.

PM 2.5 are harmful particles that are found in the air; they can penetrate deep into the lungs, increasing the chance of lung cancer and other health problems. Dr. Prabhu Prasad, N.C. Head of Interventional Pulmonology at Manipal Hospital, Goa, said. Air pollution can be dangerous for anyone, but children, senior citizens, and pregnant women are most vulnerable, as are those with pre-existing lung ailments.

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How to keep lungs healthy? Monitor the air pollution alert every day and check the air quality before going outside your home. Make sure to monitor the air pollution alert for the day by checking the local air quality online or subscribing to a pollution alert service. It is advisable to avoid outdoor activities as much as possible and do your necessary routine work early in the morning when pollution levels remain low. It is better to use public transport or bicycles to avoid your personal vehicles. This effort will lessen traffic and fuel emissions.

Opt for vehicles that consume less fuel. Electric vehicles are the best options at the moment. Try to use less energy at home or switch to clean, renewable energy sources.