13 Health Impact of Air Pollution

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13 Health Impact of Air Pollution.  Hey there! Welcome to our guide on the Health Effects of Air Pollution! Join us as we explore the various impacts of air pollution on our well-being, from lung health to mental wellness. Let’s dive in and learn how air quality affects our health.  References: https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/ss/slideshow-health-effects-air-pollution

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00:09 Alright, today we are going to talk about, 13 Health Impact of Air Pollution.

00:14 Hey there, welcome to our guide on the health effects of air pollution.

00:18 Join us as we explore the various impacts of air pollution on our well-being,

00:22 from lung health to mental wellness. Let's dive in and learn how air quality affects our health.

00:28 1. Lung Cancer. Particles in air pollution can increase the risk of lung cancer,

00:33 the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the US. Dirty air may also contribute to other

00:38 types of cancer, such as urinary tract and bladder cancer. 2. Asthma Attacks. Air pollution,

00:45 including gases like ozone and tiny particles, can trigger asthma attacks by affecting breathing

00:50 and causing inflammation in the lungs. 3. Chronic Bronchitis. Long-term exposure

00:56 to vehicle exhaust in cities can lead to chronic bronchitis, characterized by inflammation of the

01:01 bronchial tubes and symptoms like coughing and shortness of breath. 4. COPD. Chronic Obstructive

01:08 Pulmonary Disease (COPD) which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema, can be worsened by

01:13 exposure to pollutants, leading to difficulty breathing and serious health complications.

01:18 5. Pneumonia. Air pollution containing nitrogen oxide and sulfur dioxide can increase the risk of

01:25 pneumonia, especially in vulnerable populations such as children and the elderly. 6. Heart Disease.

01:31 Exposure to air pollution is linked to a higher risk of heart conditions like heart attack,

01:36 irregular heartbeat, and stroke, as tiny particles can cause inflammation in blood vessels.

01:41 7. Mental Illness. Poor air quality has been associated with an increased risk of mental

01:47 health disorders like bipolar disorder and major depression. 8. Autoimmune Conditions.

01:53 Air pollution may trigger immune responses in the lungs, potentially leading to autoimmune

01:58 conditions where the immune system attacks the body's own tissues. 9. Miscarriage. Pollutants

02:04 in the air, such as ozone and particles, may contribute to miscarriages during early pregnancy,

02:10 possibly due to inflammation around the placenta. 10. Premature Birth. Exposure to air pollution is

02:16 linked to preterm birth, which can result in immediate and long-term health issues for the baby.

02:21 11. Premature Death. Breathing polluted air can shorten life expectancy,

02:26 leading to millions of premature deaths worldwide each year from various respiratory

02:30 and cardiovascular diseases. 12. Learning and Memory Problems. Air

02:35 pollution has been shown to negatively impact brain development, potentially leading to learning

02:40 and memory problems, especially in infants and the elderly. 13. Iron Nose Irritation. Indoor air

02:46 pollution from sources like paint fumes, furniture chemicals, and cleaning products can cause

02:51 irritation to the eyes and nose. To check air quality levels, refer to your local air quality

02:57 index (AQI) provided by the EPA, which categorizes pollution levels from good to hazardous based on

03:03 the concentration of pollutants in the air. Thanks for watching, Sunbro. Please subscribe,

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