Instances of respiratory and cardiac problems have increased in Delhi due to poor air quality. Find out how air pollution is affecting the health of residents and what precautions can be taken.
Delhi's air quality stayed in the 'very poor' category for the fourth consecutive day. No improvement is expected in the next few days. Find out more about the pollution level in your city.
“The primary contributing factor to these health issues is the presence of smog, which directly irritates the lungs and throat, particularly affecting those with pre-existing respiratory conditions,” she explained. Delhi Air Pollution: National Capital’s Poor Air Quality Spikes Respiratory, Cardiac Problems, Say Doctors.
Rain and strong winds helped clean up Delhi's air quality on Thursday when the Air Quality Index (AQI) slid to 177 in the "moderate" range from 392, which was "near severe" on Wednesday. Find out more about the improvement in air quality after a gap of over three months.