Now a days i am getting questions from parents about impact of air pollution & what are the precautions to be taken during pollution.so in this blog will discuss about pollution impact & tips to protect children from pollution .
Increasing levels of air pollution and its impact on health has emerged as an area of immense concern across the world . Poor air quality has been directly correlated with respiratory allergies with a disproportionate affection among the pediatric age group. Lung is the most common organ affected by air pollution so respiratory allergies like Skin allergy /Allergic Rhinitis / Bronchial asthma are very common during pollution.
Children are more vulnerable to both outdoor and indoor pollution, due to their unique physiological characteristics
Tips to prevent Outdoor Air Pollution?
Limit outdoor activity on poor air quality days.
Wear mask(N95/99) if children go outside .
Avoid heavy traffic and major intersections.
Asthmatic should use inhaler prescribed by their physician 15 minutes before venture out.
Tips to prevent Indoor pollution at Home ....
Environmental Pollution Household should be kept clean and tidy.
Dust and smoke can trigger asthma attacks and allergies.
Improved indoor air quality—clean fuel, solar,electricity, avoid incense stick, and mosquito repellents, mop instead of dusting the house.
Optimize ventilation during construction and renovation of house.
Use indoor plants and expose to sunlight and remove tray of water once a week.
Use high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA)-fitted air purifiers [no obstruction from furnishings and wall should have a high clean air delivery rate(CADR)
Gentle Breathing Exercises: Light, deep-breathing exercises indoors can help strengthen lung function, especially on cleaner air days.
Keep your child hydrated and ensure a diet rich in fruits and vegetables to support their immune system.