How Do You Understand The Impacts Of Ozone Pollution On Human Health?
• Recognize the possible symptoms of ozone pollution impacting your health. If you or your family are experiencing the following symptoms on a smoggy or polluted day, it might be the result of ozone pollution: • It is more difficult to breathe deeply and vigorously • Shortness of breath and pain when taking a deep breath • Coughing and sore or scratchy throat. • Be aware of the less obvious yet serious impacts. These effects may lead to increased school absences, visits to doctors and emergency rooms, and hospital admissions. These can include: • Inflamed and damaged lung lining • Lungs are more susceptible to infection • Aggravates lung diseases such as asthma, emphysema, and chronic bronchitis. • Increased frequency of asthma attacks • Continues to damage the lungs even when the symptoms have disappeared. • Research also indicates that ozone exposure may increase the risk of premature death from heart or lung disease. • Be aware of which members of your family might be more sensitive
