 Diseases caused by air pollution

5 diseases caused by air pollution

Rising air pollution has several detrimental effects not just on your lungs but gives rise to several diseases

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Respiratory diseases include asthma, bronchitis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The fine particulate matter and toxic chemicals make it difficult to breathe and reducing lung function over time.

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Air pollution has increasingly been linked to heart problems, including hypertension, heart attacks, and stroke

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Several air pollutants are classified as carcinogens, with long-term exposure potentially leading to lung cancer and other forms of the disease.

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Fine particulate matter and toxins may affect the central nervous system, contributing to conditions such as Alzheimer's disease and other cognitive impairments.

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5 diseases caused by air pollution

Rising air pollution has several detrimental effects not just on your lungs but gives rise to several diseases

Respiratory diseases include asthma, bronchitis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The fine particulate matter and toxic chemicals make it difficult to breathe and reducing lung function over time.

Respiratory Diseases

Air pollution has increasingly been linked to heart problems, including hypertension, heart attacks, and stroke

Cardiovascular Diseases

Several air pollutants are classified as carcinogens, with long-term exposure potentially leading to lung cancer and other forms of the disease.

Cancer

Fine particulate matter and toxins may affect the central nervous system, contributing to conditions such as Alzheimer's disease and other cognitive impairments.

Neurological Diseases

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