Breathing polluted air continuously can negatively affect your lungs and other organs. Even seven days of exposure to poor air quality may cause the following health problems:
1. Lung Inflammation: Tiny pollutants can enter the lungs and cause irritation and inflammation.
2. Breathing Difficulties: You may experience shortness of breath, chest tightness and difficulty taking deep breaths.
3. Persistent Cough: Polluted air can irritate the throat and airways, leading to a dry or persistent cough.
4. Worsening Asthma: Air pollution can trigger asthma attacks and worsen breathing problems in people with asthma.
5. Reduced Lung Function: Continuous exposure to polluted air can affect the normal functioning of the lungs.
6. Heart and Respiratory Problems: Air pollution can increase stress on the respiratory and cardiovascular systems, especially in people with existing health conditions.
7. Weakened Lung Defences: Polluted air can affect the lungs’ natural defence mechanisms, making them more vulnerable to irritation and infections.
Important: The effects of air pollution vary depending on pollution levels, exposure duration and individual health. Children, older adults and people with asthma should take extra precautions
