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- Air quality, energy and health - World Health Organization (WHO)
The pollutants highlighted below do not have quantitative guideline limits, but they are included in the WHO Global Air Quality Guidelines due to their potential health impacts Black carbon Black carbon is a major component of PM 2 5 and it is sometimes referred to as soot and its main sources are from incomplete combustion of fossil fuels, biofuels and biomass It can be emitted both from
- Air pollution - World Health Organization (WHO)
Air pollution kills an estimated seven million people worldwide every year WHO data shows that 9 out of 10 people breathe air containing high levels of pollutants WHO is working with countries to monitor air pollution and improve air quality
- Ambient (outdoor) air pollution
Pollutants Particulate matter (PM) PM is a common proxy indicator for air pollution There is strong evidence for the negative health impacts associated with exposure to this pollutant The major components of PM are sulfates, nitrates, ammonia, sodium chloride, black carbon, mineral dust and water Carbon monoxide (CO)
- Air quality, energy and health
Pollutants not only severely impact public health, but also the earth’s climate and ecosystems globally Most policies to reduce air pollution offer a “win-win” strategy for both health and climate Lower levels of air pollution result in better cardiovascular and respiratory health of populations in both the long- and short-term
- Air pollution data portal - World Health Organization (WHO)
The World Health Organization monitors air pollution exposure and health impacts globally, providing data for official reporting and sustainable development goals
- Air pollution: tackling a critical driver of the global NCD crisis
Air pollution is the second leading risk factor for noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) after tobacco smoking Despite being a critical driver of the global NCD burden, air pollution often remains overlooked in the global NCD response By recognizing and addressing this gap, we have a powerful opportunity to save lives, protect livelihoods, and advance both human and planetary health
- Electronic waste (e-waste)
Once in the environment, these toxic pollutants can travel significant distances from the point of pollution, exposing people in faraway areas to hazardous substances Children are the most vulnerable Epidemiological research has posed several adverse health outcomes linked to informal and unsound e-waste recycling activities
- Health consequences of air pollution
The health consequences of air pollution increase the risk of respiratory infections, heart disease and lung cancer - due to short- and long-term exposure
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