How does the Air Quality Health Index protect human health?
The Air Quality Health Index has been designed so users can easily understand at what point on the scale their health may be negatively affected by air pollution. The health messages associated with the various levels of air pollution are different for those who are sensitive to air pollution compared to the general population. This enables people at risk to take protective actions at lower pollution levels than the general population. The at-risk group includes children, the elderly, and people with pre-existing heart and breathing problems.
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