Air pollution is the introduction of particulates, biological molecules,

or other harmful substances into Earth's atmosphere, causing

diseases, allergies, death to humans, damage to other living
organisms such as animals and food crops, or the natural or built
environment. Air pollution may come from anthropogenic or
natural sources. The atmosphere is a complex natural gaseous
system that is essential to support life on planet Earth.

Example of air pollutant:

Carbon monoxide
Lead
Nitrogen dioxide
Ozone
Particles
Sulphur dioxide

Did you know cigarette is one of the

air pollutant?
ASTHMA

a respiratory condition marked by spasms in the bronchi of

the lungs, causing difficulty in breathing. It usually results
from an allergic reaction or other forms of hypersensitivity.

SLEEP APNEA

Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder characterized by pauses in

breathing or periods of shallow breathing during sleep.Each pause can
last for a few seconds to several minutes and they happen many times
a night. In the most common form this follows loud snoring. There may
be a choking or snorting sound as breathing resumes. As it disrupts
normal sleep, those affected are often sleepy or tired during the day.
In children it may cause problems in school or hyperactivity.
 Bronchiectasis

abnormal widening of the bronchi or their branches, causing

a risk of infection.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), also known as chronic

obstructive lung disease (COLD), and chronic obstructive airway
disease (COAD), is a collection of diseases which make breathing
gradually more difficult.
Typical household items can create problems for air quality. Older carpets can be breeding
grounds for biological pollutants. Space heaters can produce carbon monoxide. Even artificial
air fresheners have the potential to release unhealthy organic gases.One of the best ways to
clear out all of these harmful impurities, especially if you don’t have the ability to replace old
carpets or heaters, is to create a draft. Open a few windows and doors and let outside air
circulate through the apartment. Try not to turn on the air conditioner, which could also be a
source of allergens and pollutants. This will save power and the cool air from outdoors will
naturally condition your environment.

Tobacco smoke can be one of the most toxic things for a living space.
It contains harmful chemicals and can make it difficult to breathe not
only for the smoker, but for those around them. The best solution is
to not smoke in the apartment or dorm room at all. But if you have to,
open a window or use an exhaust fan, and limit smoking to one
private area where it won’t disturb others.
Plants are one of the easiest ways to help filter the air. Leaves, roots and stems take
in pollutants like excess carbon dioxide, ammonia fumes, and benzene and release
oxygen back into the atmosphere. Some plants do the job better than others. A
NASA study found that aloe, spider plants and English Ivy are some of the best
choices. If you prefer flowers, Gerber Daisies and Azaleas have also shown to be
good options for air filtration.
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