Published 15:25 IST, March 29th 2024

How to Keep Yourself Safe from Unhealthy Air?

The air is polluted when it has toxic particles and gases in it. It has many sources, some natural and some made by people.

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The air is polluted when it has toxic particles and gases in it. It has many sources, some natural and some made by people. Some air pollution is put into the air directly, and other types are created when different toxins mix. Wildfires, earthquakes, and dust storms are all natural things that pollute the air.

How to Figure Out If The Bad Air Is Making You Sick?

If you or someone you care about lives or works in a place with a lot of air pollution and breathes it in, you may notice symptoms and signs such as:

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  • A stuffy nose
  • Eyes are burning
  • Not able to breathe
  • Getting sore in throat and lungs
  • Heart or lung problems that get worse

Smog from traffic, wildfires, or workplace pipe smoke can also make it hard to see or make the surroundings hazy. Driving or getting around might be more challenging, and your risk of car crashes goes up.

How can you protect yourself from polluted air?

Keep yourself informed on the air quality index in your region since air pollution may harm anybody's health. It is typically considered desirable to have an AQI result of 100 or below, but pay attention to your body and take precautions as required:

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  • Try walking, riding a bike, or sharing a ride. Instead of driving, make use of public transportation such as buses, subways, and so on
  • If the air quality index is high, you should stay inside for at least 30 minutes. Lessen the amount of time spent exercising outside as well. Those who engage in physically demanding outdoor activities for more extended periods are more likely to be exposed to harmful levels of air pollution
  • Instead of using gasoline-powered lawn care equipment, try using one that is powered by hand or electricity. Lawnmowers, snow blowers, and other tools with older two-stroke engines are a significant source of air pollution
  • Try to stay inside as much as possible, especially on days when the air quality is terrible. If you need to go outside, do it for short periods and take breaks in a place with good airflow
  • Maintain awareness by keeping an eye on the air quality; there are a plethora of resources for doing so, including ones that don't cost anything. Check out maps, apps, and tools that are made just for air quality. They will help you stay on top of things and make intelligent choices

To protect yourself from breathing in bad air, make sure your home has good ventilation and air filters. Keep an eye on the air quality measures and stay inside on days when pollution is high. When it comes to betting online, be just as careful: do a lot of researches, only use trusted sites, and set limits to keep yourself from becoming addicted. Protect your health from pollution in the same way that you protect your financial health by spending correctly and learning about the risks. For safety, both need people to be aware of the risks and take action.

Conclusion

Asthma, allergies, and other breathing problems can get worse when the air quality is terrible. It can also hurt your eyes, nose, and throat. Being around lousy air for a long time can cause headaches and a number of heart and lung diseases. Even stranger is the fact that everyone is affected by bad air quality. On the other hand, poor air quality is more likely to harm the young, the pregnant, and those with preexisting respiratory conditions. To keep yourself safe, follow the above mentioned tips.

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15:22 IST, March 29th 2024