Health Tips- Polluted air can cause fatal diseases, know full details

By Santosh Jangid- Friends, as soon as October begins, the winter season has started in the country, which is a pleasant season, but as soon as the winter season begins, there is a huge drop in the quality of air in many areas across the country, especially in cities like Delhi and Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh. Due to which the air becomes polluted and breathing in such air causes many serious diseases, to protect your health, it is very important to consider measures like installing an air purifier at home and wearing a mask while going out. Let us know about the damage caused to our health by polluted air-

Lung related diseases

Polluted air poses a direct threat to lung health. Inhaling harmful particles and gases can cause respiratory diseases like asthma, bronchitis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Increases the risk of heart disease

Air pollution adversely affects heart health. Living in a polluted environment increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and high blood pressure.

Weakened immunity

Toxins in polluted air can weaken the immune system, reducing the body's ability to fight infection. This weakening can cause a variety of illnesses, from mild colds to more serious health complications.

Decreased mental health

Long-term exposure can increase anxiety, depression, and other mental health problems by increasing inflammation and disrupting neurotransmitter balance in the brain.

Effects on pregnancy and fetal development

Air pollution poses significant risks to pregnant women and their unborn children. Exposure can adversely affect fetal development.

Increased cancer risk

Long-term exposure to polluted air increases the risk of developing lung cancer. Carcinogens such as benzene and formaldehyde present in the air can contribute to the development of cancer.