Do ozone health effects always cause symptoms?
Ozone health effects also can occur without noticeable signs. People who live in areas where ozone levels are frequently high may find that their initial symptoms go away over time – particularly when exposure to high ozone levels continues for several days. Ozone continues to cause lung damage even when the symptoms have disappeared. The best way to protect your health is to find out when ozone levels are elevated in your area and take simple precautions to minimize exposure even when you don’t feel obvious symptoms. Back to top How can you avoid unhealthy exposure to ozone? Your chances of being affected by ozone increase the longer you are active outdoors and the more strenuous the activity. If you’re involved in an activity that requires heavy exertion, you can reduce the time you spend on this activity or substitute another activity that requires more moderate exertion (e.g. go for a walk rather than a jog). In addition, you can plan outdoor activities when ozone levels are lower,
