According to a survey done on Sunday by the local social media platform LocalCircles, a staggering 80% of families in Delhi and the National Capital Region had at least one member experience health issues connected to air pollution in the previous few weeks.
Currently, Delhi-air NCR’s quality falls in between the “extremely poor” and “severe” categories. Numerous health risks are still present because of the toxic air.
According to the study, about 18% of respondents stated they or a member of their family had already visited a doctor or hospital. It was noted that about 22% of respondents said that one or more family members had already communicated with the doctor or had sent them messages.
According to the study, of the 8,097 respondents, 69% reported having a sore throat or cough, 56% complained of burning eyes, 50% had a runny nose or congestion, 44% had trouble breathing or had asthma, 44% had headaches, 44% had trouble sleeping, and 31% struggled with anxiety or had trouble concentrating.
LocalCircles’ creator, Sachin Taparia, said: “In Delhi-NCR, one member of every four families is suffering from issues related to pollution. In the previous five days, the situation has gotten worse.”
Multiple short- and long-term health effects are caused by exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5), which is 25 to 100 times thinner than human air. SAFAR data show that stubble burning was responsible for 34% of Delhi’s PM2.5 pollution.
“Deep lung pathway penetration by PM 2.5 is closely linked to a high rate of early mortality. Children, the elderly, and people who already have health issues like asthma and heart issues are especially vulnerable “added Taparia.
“Children, the elderly, and people with weak hearts and lungs should avoid visiting these polluted areas. Wear a mask and go during the day when it is sunny if you wish to “Dr. Randeep Guleria, a former AIIMS director, issued a warning. “Air pollution is a silent killer,” he continued.
According to a World Health Organization (WHO) research, air pollution raises the risk of lung cancer, heart disease, and respiratory infections. As incidences of pneumonia and chest infections have suddenly increased, doctors have issued a warning that a medical emergency exists in Delhi-NCR.
