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Pollution continues to pose an enormous threat to residents of urban cities worldwide. In the August 2008 Monthly Update, it is stated that approximately 800,000 deaths each year can be attributed to outdoor air pollution, making pollution the single most harmful environmental hazard to human health in urban areas (Kallman). The fact that pollution kills hundreds of thousands of people each year alone portrays just how dangerous living in these conditions can be. Kallman writes about a study which proves an increase in upper respiratory diseases, cardiovascular mortality, respiratory mortality, and low birth weights when exposed to air pollutants (August 2008: Monthly Update). These can be very serious diseases and complications which, when contracted, can lead to death or very serious illnesses. There

Air pollution can harm plants, lakes, and animals. In addition to damaging the natural environment, air pollution also can damage buildings, monuments, and statues. Not only does it reduce your visibility but it also interferes with aviation. In 1970, Congress created the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and passed the Clean Air Act, giving the federal government authority to clean up air pollution in this country.3 Ever since then, the EPA, states, tribes,

From November 1-9, 2016, there was horrible smog that went through Delhi, India. The reason that the smog was so deadly is because in the smog there was a dangerous particle that was roaming in the air. The particle is called PM 2.5. Having PM 2.5 in the air was more than 16 times the limit that the government of India thought was safe (Barry 11). Delhi’s Chief minister called for emergency measures, including a five-day stop on construction, a 10 day closure of a power plant, and a three day closure of about 1,800 schools. Everyone was advised to wash their eyes with running water and to go to a hospital if you are experiencing problems like “breathlessness, giddiness, chest pain, and chest constriction (Barry 11). The way people survived was by wearing masks and by putting purifiers in rooms and staying there. It was very hard for people to get out of the house or to exercise. People couldn’t go out to eat or go to the movies. They can only go places where the air is purified (Barry 11). When it got cold the Delhi’s poor will burn trash and plastic for warmth which adds to the smog(Barry 11). Fireworks will also be set for the Hindu Festival Diwali which would add to the smog as well. There is also normal pollution like cars and construction. People would have to survive the first few days with the smog. “The damage from sustained exposure is the same as smoking more than two packs of cigarettes a day” (Barry 10). People are most likely to identify pollution as their health problems. It was hard for people to work when the government closed everything. There was not a lot of energy in delhi, being the powerplant was down. During the time the smog was in delhi, and when the government was trying to fix it. People could of done their part of helping the environment or even help other people. The article doesn't fully explain how the smog exited Delhi, but I know the air started to

Sprucing up the interior of your home with a fresh coat of paint should bring happy tears to your eyes—not tears combined with headaches, respiratory issues, and the risk of cancer. That’s why when you plan your next project with an interior painter, you will want to ask for a high-quality low VOC paint. What’s low VOC paint? The painting specialists at New London’s Harbour Painting offer some insight about the paint option and how it’s the safest choice for your family and the environment.

The results of the case-control study were weak because there were only small numbers of participants with high exposure; therefore responses were insufficient and did not warrant further investigation. The study was also weak because there was a higher socioeconomic status among cases and controls than the general population and therefore the activities in relation to home renovations may have been overrepresented. Previous research showed evidence of an association between exposure to indoor painting and risk of CBT. If the study were to be redone, participants would need to be more generalized to represent the

Inhaling dirty air can cause throat irritation, watery eyes, burning nose, and can make it difficult to breathe. The two most detrimental common pollutants, particles and ozone, can cause respiratory problems, and aggravate cases of asthma. Certain chemicals that are toxic are released into the air, and this can cause problems like birth defects, brain and nerve damage, long-term lung injury, heart disease, cancer, and sometimes even death. Some of these pollutants travel to the upper atmosphere, which contributes to the depletion of the ozone layer. Depletion of the ozone layer is linked to higher incidences of skin cancer and cataracts. EPA’s enforcement of the programs of the CAA has made significant progress in the reduction of air pollution. This leads to a decline in air quality related ailments, and saves the lives of tens of thousands of Americans each year (Benjamin, G.C., M.D., 2011). This increase in public health would save billions of dollars in public health benefits, which far exceeds the cost of implementing these programs. Some criticism has come against the CAA, claiming that the need for reform is desperate. This line of thought insists that the CAA fails in assuming that all pollutants have “safe” levels. All recent studies, however, have shown that fine particle pollutants are not safe in any quantity. Though detrimental health effects do decline in proportion with the decline of fine

When I began my project, I envisioned myself using oil paint on canvas. I’ve always admired oil paintings, when the paint is thickly applied and layered. I researched my artists and learned about their techniques. It seemed easy enough, and I felt confident to give it a try. Unfortunately, things did not work out like I planned, and I found that I have a lot to learn. Van Gogh layered his paint with short thin brush strokes using different colors in Starry Night. I learned that the colors must set before you can layer them, so the colors do not smudge together. Also, during my research I found out that Monet would only paint for one hour at a time, and now I understand why. I found myself getting frustrated

Ambient air in urban, rural, and industrial areas contains an array of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). They spread in the air as gases from some solids or liquid materials. Society and environment are directly healthy affected in short- and long-term by VOCs at trace level concentrations (2). Air pollutants toxic are class of chemicals that may consider health problems in a significant way. There are many chemical pollutants released into the ambient air from various sources, such as power plants, and spraying pesticides. There are two types of air pollutants that are primary pollutants, which are emitted directly into the air from pollution sources, and secondary pollutants, which are from primary pollutants, but after they passing from many of the chemical changes in the atmosphere (12). The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has compiled a list of 187 hazardous air pollutants (HAPs). There are 30 HAPs threaten health dramatically in metropolitan areas, such as benzene, 1,3-dichloropropene, 1,3-butadiene, and chloroform that are classified as toxins (3). In accordance with the 2007 Environmental Pollution, VOCs affect adversely on health and cause many diseases, such as immune and neurological damage, cardiovascular diseases, and reproductive and endocrine disorders (8). Several methods have developed for the

Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease of the airways. This occurs when the airflow is obstructed. Asthma affects people of both genders, all races and age. Asthma existed in ancient Egypt times and possibly even before that. (Crosta, 2000, p. 2) Asthma had been on the decline up until 2001 (Asthma In The U.S., 2011). In 2001, one out of every fourteen people had asthma. Since then asthma has been on a gradual incline. In 2009, one in every 12 people now had asthma (Asthma Statistics, 2013). This means 25 million people in the United States are living with asthma. More and more people are dying every day because of asthma. Scientists are trying to figure out why asthma has been increasing in the

Air pollution, together with littering, are causing many problems in our large, industrial citties today

Starting in the year 2004, the air pollution has reached an alarming level in the city o Toronto. Dr Barbara Yaffe, the acting medical officer of health of Toronto Public health, has released a report in July 2004 saying that the “air pollution [in the city] has contributed to over 1700 premature deaths and 6000 hospitalization admission in Toronto each year” (Yaffe, 2004, p.i). According to this report, pollutants such as ozone, nitrogen dioxide, sulphur dioxide, and carbon monoxide have increased within the air of the city; these pollutants are tiny particles that are 2.5 micron in diameter or less and can affect people’s respiratory system and cause cardiovascular and respiratory problems such as “asthma, bronchitis in children, adult chronic bronchitis, and heart problem” (TPH, 2007, figure 1). Although it

Increasing quality of paints is particularly the reason that less paint is needed for each application and so the time between applications lasts much longer. And last but not least, industrial clients have more effectively developed ways of applying paint and so then less time is needed in between applications.

People are constantly inhaling the harmful debris without knowing it. Most of the black carbon that ends up in residential areas comes from transportation vehicles while soot that is released by factories are spread throughout the air. The dark smoke that is expelled from factories, buses, ships, and trucks is black carbon. The only way to transport materials across the world must be through planes or boats, which use and expel the most soot. Once all of the material is shipped to its destination, large trucks are used to transport all the individual bins to its endpoint. This creates many trips across cities, through neighborhoods, and past small communities that consist of adults, teens, and young children. Exposure to road traffic noise and air pollution has both been associated with risk for stroke. Long-term exposure to road traffic and ambient air pollution are both suspected of increasing the risk for cerebrovascular events, which makes the outdoors not only dangerous for adults, but for the children as well (Sorensen et al, 49). Black carbon is very dangerous due to its small size and its ability to enter the body in large amounts without realizing it. Over time, the tiny particles can cause damage to our respiratory system, resulting in respiratory diseases such as asthma, bronchitis, and pneumonia. This makes matter worse for by-standards such as cyclists in the neighborhood. Cyclists are exposed to traffic-related air pollution

This essay will compare and contrast waterborne paints and solventborne paints. Waterborne paint tools can be easily washed up in water and have low Volatile Organic Compound (VOC). Solventborne paints are easy to wipe and have excellent block resistance. Solventborne paints have to thin with solvent, so the emissions are high.

This can be prevented by the use of electrostatic precipitators. Once air particulates have been removed, a significant part of the risk of damage to people have been removed as well. As stated in the quote above, one hundred thousand lives in Europe are lost annually due to ailments and illnesses caused by or complicated by particulates. Using electrostatic precipitators prevent more deaths from taking place.