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Photochemical smog, also known as
ground-level ozone It is a major air pollutant that is created when nitrogen
oxides and volatile organic compounds react with sunlight. Exposure to
photochemical smog can have serious consequences for human health:
Short term effects:
1. Respiratory problems: coughing, wheezing
Wheezing and chest pain
2. Irritation: Irritation of the eyes,
nose, throat and lungs.
3. Inflammation: Increases susceptibility
to respiratory infections.
4. Heart problems: increased heart rate,
blood pressure, and arrhythmias.
5. Neurological problems: headache,
dizziness, and nausea.
Long Term Effects:
1. Chronic respiratory diseases, including
asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and bronchitis.
2. Lung damage: Permanent lung damage.
Decreased lung function and increases the risk of lung cancer...
3. Heart disease increases the risk of
heart attack. Stroke and premature death
4. Neurological damage: intellectual
disability neurodegenerative diseases (such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's)
5. Cancer: Increases the risk of lung,
throat, and other cancers.
6. Reproductive problems: birth defects low
birth weight and infertility
7. Effects on mental health: depression,
anxiety, and stress.
Vulnerable population groups:
1. Children and teenagers
2. Elderly people
3. People who already have respiratory or
heart problems.
4. Pregnant women
5. Outdoor workers and athletes
Disaster prevention and relief:
1. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions:
Switching to cleaner energy sources. Improving vehicle performance and promote
sustainable transportation
2. Check air quality: Track the air quality
index. And stay indoors during peak smog times...
3. Use safety equipment: Wear a mask,
goggles and protective clothing...
4. Maintain a healthy lifestyle: exercise,
eat healthy. and avoid smoking
5. Supporting Policy: Recommend stricter
law of air pollutants
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