Worsening air quality, rising smog, AQI 101 and higher: a silent killer for people with asthma

Arm air quality combined with the growing problem of smog have become major concerns, especially for asthma suffers. Immediately AQI value of 101 and above, health problems are a serious problem, mainly due to respiratory disease patients. Here are a few relevant points to take into account:

Understand AQI:

The Air Quality Index is a measure used to communicate how polluted the air is and what associated health effects may be of concern. – An AQI value of 101 means ‘Unhealthy for sensitive groups’, which also includes people with asthma.
This has led to more asthma attacks because the air quality is poor. This requires a person to monitor the AQI in his/her living space and in case of frequent or worse asthma attacks due to greater exposure pollutants.

Common pollutants:

Common pollutants include ozone, particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide. These are common pollutants that irritate the airways, causing inflammation and greater breathing difficulties.

Protective measures:

To take preventive measures on days with high AQI levels, such as staying indoors, using an air purifier, and having medications on hand. You can plan outdoor activities by checking local air quality forecasts.

Long-term measures:

Long-term measures include controlling the origins of air pollution, including reducing pollution from cars and industry. Promoting cleaner air legislation ensures that future generations can have cleaner air quality.
In summary, air quality awareness can be an important concern for people who have asthma. By being proactive about safety in adverse air quality and advocating for cleaner environments, these can be reduced health risks.
(Article courtesy: Dr. Mahavir Modi. Pulmonologist and Sleep Specialist, Ruby Hall Clinic, Pune)