Pollution Impact Health

Pollution Impact Health investigates the alarming connection between urban pollution and respiratory health, particularly the role of particulate matter (PM) in triggering allergic diseases and conditions like asthma and COPD. The book argues that sustained exposure to PM2.5 and PM10 acts as a significant environmental risk factor, challenging assumptions that these diseases are solely attributable to genetics or lifestyle.

One intriguing insight is the focus on the synergistic effects of multiple pollutants, where the combination of particulate matter, ozone, and nitrogen oxides amplifies negative health impacts. This exploration is crucial given the exponential growth of urban populations and the corresponding rise in air pollution exposure.

The book unfolds logically, beginning with defining urban air pollution and its origins. It then examines the body's response to particulate matter, detailing how PM triggers inflammation and immune dysregulation in the respiratory tract. Evidence from epidemiological studies and toxicological research is presented to link specific pollutants to specific health outcomes.

The book is uniquely valuable to public health professionals, environmental scientists, and concerned citizens by consolidating dispersed research into a single evidence base, presenting it in an academic yet accessible manner, bridging the gap between scientific research and public understanding.

Finally, the book explores potential mitigation strategies and public health interventions aimed at reducing pollution exposure in urban environments. By examining data from organizations like the World Health Organization, Pollution Impact Health offers a comprehensive understanding of this critical environmental and public health issue.

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Data wydania

eBook: 21 lutego 2025