![]() “Many people may not think about the fact that air that looks clean (has good visibility) still contains pollutants that are harmful to health,” said Shahir Masri, ScD, a specialist in air pollution exposure at the Department of Environmental & Occupational Health at the University of California, Irvine. We might not give the air we’re breathing much thought until we see noticeable changes in the air around us, such as during wildfire season, when the sky turns burnt orange and the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaches dangerously high levels. Unhealthy air quality is also associated with premature death. ![]() Poor air quality is exacerbated daily by multiple pollutants, which could increase the risks of health concerns ranging from heart disease to COPD, cancer, and even dementia. The air we breathe contains much more than vital oxygen - it comprises toxins and particulate matter (PM), high levels of which can harm health. On average, adults take 12–20 breaths per minute. You can reduce your exposure to air pollution by wearing a face mask or refraining from exercising outdoors when the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaches high levels. ![]() Breathing in harmful particulate matter can increase the risk of health concerns, including heart disease, respiratory distress, and cancer.Each year, an estimated 7 million premature deaths are attributed to air pollution.Air pollutants are also caused by vehicle emissions, and industrial and agricultural practices, and may also arise indoors.Recent and ongoing wildfires have highlighted how climate change contributes to poor air quality.Share on Pinterest The air we breathe may contain toxins and harmful particulate matter, which can be dangerous to human health.
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