Did you know? The use of pesticides indoors to kill rodents & other pests is dangerous to health. Ventilate the house after use of pesticide and whenever possible use non-chemical methods of pest control. #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir #KnowYourAir
Did you know? Exposure to indoor carbon monoxide can be very dangerous to health. Using an exhaust fan in the kitchen & regular maintenance of chimneys and gas stoves is a must to prevent health hazards. #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir #KnowYourAir
Did you know? Dander and hair from pets trigger allergic reactions and asthma attacks in humans. Keeping them out of sleeping areas, vacuuming and cleaning carpets and rugs often can help a great deal. #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir #KnowYourAir
Did you know? Bedding materials, carpets, sofas & stuffed toys accumulate dust and is a breeding ground for dust mites that cause respiratory allergies. Dusting and vacuuming the house regularly can help. #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir #KnowYourAir
Did you know? Mold growth in damp areas especially in bathrooms due to humidity from showers is very harmful to health. Installing exhaust fans & adequate ventilation in bathrooms can help a great deal. #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir #KnowYourAir
Did you know? Even mild exposure to formaldehyde found in everyday household products like dishwashing liquids, fabric softeners, glues, paints, medicines & cosmetics can cause severe allergic reactions. #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir #KnowYourAir
A new study by University of Colorado Boulder suggests; pollution caused by anthropogenic secondary organic aerosols which induces health hazards, should also be regulated along with the usually considered direct and indirect sources #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir
As per an article in Sustainable Nature, India accounts for 25% of global deaths due to exposure to PM2.5 pollution caused by cooking with solid fuels & general household consumption by affluent urban households #ClimateInjustice
As per a paper published by @FrontPubHealth, women living in locations of higher level of air pollution are at a 16.7% to 33.1% higher risk of being diagnosed with #dysmenorrhea #KnowYourAir #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir
A study by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences found that a mother's exposure to urban air pollutants may be directly linked to lowering the child's IQ. #KnowYourAir #AirPollution #RightToCleanAir
