5 Common Diseases Caused By Air Pollution

Air Pollution has now reached a dangerous point in most of the populated cities of India. Harmful gases and carbon pollutants released by vehicles, factories, and by burning fossil fuels mixed in the air and make the air toxic and dangerous. This toxic air is responsible for many airborne diseases. Here are the top 5 most common diseases caused by air pollution.

1. Asthma:   This disease is the most common disease which affects the breathing in polluted air.  Asthma is caused by the particulate matter such as PM 2.5, oxides of sulfur and nitrogen. Tobacco smoke is also responsible for this type of health issue. People who are suffering from this disease feel uneasy while breathing in the polluted atmosphere.

2. Lung Cancer:  Lung cancer is a disease that may be caused by air pollution. As per a recent study increase in Urban air pollution boost lung cancer risk in human beings. This disease causes uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in one or both lungs. People who live in congested and small houses where there is no access to sunshine and air are extremely prone to the risk of lung cancer.

3. Pneumonia: When you inhaled polluted air bacteria’s in the air affects respiratory system too and after a long time exposure you may suffer by diseases like Pneumonia. Not only outdoor but indoor pollution is also accountable for these type of diseases. So people like children and old age person are more prone to this disease.

4. Autism: Autism is also known as autism spectrum disorder. This disease impairs the ability to communicate and interact with people. People suffering with Autism spectrum disorder might have problems talking with you, or they might not look you in the eye when you talk to them.

5. Leukemia: Leukemia is one of the types of cancer. In this disease, White Blood Cells get increased in the amount owing to persistent infection caused by the infection. Due to this problem the respiratory tract is infected heavily.

How to save yourself from airborne disease?

By following some safety tips you can lower the chances of getting sick from airborne diseases.

• Avoid to visit area where the population level is really high.
• Cover your face and avoid contact with others while travelling in public.
• Wash your hands thoroughly before eating food.
• To reduce the indoor pollution level, always make your place dust free. Use a good quality of air purifier to reduce the level of indoor pollution.
• Avoid tobacco smoke to make your lungs healthier.
• Do regular exercise and Yoga.