Did you know? Even mild exposure to formaldehyde found in everyday household products like dishwashing liquids, fabric softeners, glues, paints, medicines & cosmetics can cause severe allergic reactions. #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir #KnowYourAir
As per an article in the academic journal, "Nature Sustainability", India accounts for 25% of global deaths due to exposure to PM2.5 pollution caused by cooking with solid fuels & general household consumption by affluent urban households. #ClimateInjustice
A new study by University of Colorado Boulder suggests; pollution caused by anthropogenic secondary organic aerosols which induces health hazards, should also be regulated along with the usually considered direct and indirect sources #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir
A study by Healthy Energy Initiative (India) & Coastal Resource Center suggests that Chennai's #AirQuality is consistently poor. Regulating adherence to industrial and vehicular emission norms and imposing stringent action on non compliance should be prioritized.
As per Down to Earth India #LivestockFarming is the largest source of #MethaneEmissions in the world contributing to rising #AirPollution levels. Limiting the consumption of animal products is a viable option. #AQI #RightToBreathe
As per a paper published by Front Health Publications, women living in locations of higher level of air pollution are at a 16.7% to 33.1% higher risk of being diagnosed with #dysmenorrhea #KnowYourAir #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir
In a pan India study by IITM Pune, NIT Rourkela, IIT Bubanehwar, Utkal University, it was found that regions with higher #AirPollution especially the PM2.5 emissions is linked to higher number of #COVID19 cases and deaths. #KnowYourAir #RightToCleanAir
A study by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences found that a mother's exposure to urban air pollutants may be directly linked to lowering the child's IQ. #KnowYourAir #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir
Exhaust emissions from diesel vehicles are responsible for two thirds of #AirPollution related deaths in India. Even a small step like switching off the engine when the traffic light is red can help. #KnowYourAir #ClimateCrisis #RightToCleanAir
As per a study by SwitchON India Foundation, socio economic markers like low income levels, formal education and lifestyle practices increased the incidence of #AirPollution related health issues. #KnowYourAir #ClimateCrisis #RightToCleanAir