Delhi's air quality worsens: Precautions to protect heart and lungs

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Experts highlight the severe impact of air pollution on cardiovascular and respiratory health, urging vulnerable groups to take necessary safety steps...

Delhi's air quality has deteriorated and fallen to the "very poor" category..

"Particulate matter, particularly PM2.5, is a key factor in air pollution-related mortality, contributing to over 57% of global deaths from cardiovascular issues," he stated...

The expert recommended that those over 60 and children with pre-existing conditions avoid outdoor activities in the early morning and monitor air quality indexes (AQI) closely...

PTI) Avoid Pollutants: Dr Shailly Sharma, senior consultant and associate director obstetrician and gynecologist, Cloudnine Hospital, warned about the risks for pregnant women. "Air pollution can significantly increase risks for pregnant women and their unborn child, reducing blood flow and oxygen supply to the baby," she explained. ..