Assessing the Impact of Air Pollution on Lung Function in Urban Environments

Abstract

Urban air pollution poses a serious threat to public health and has a negative impact on lung health as well as general wellbeing. The intricate connection between urban air pollution and its effects on lung health is explored in this review paper. Particulate matter (PM), nitrogen dioxide (NO2), and ground-level ozone (O3) are just a few of the many pollutants that may be found in urban areas. We also examine how these pollutants negatively impact lung function. The epidemiological data connecting urban air pollution to respiratory diseases including asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is also thoroughly evaluated in this research. The disproportionate vulnerability of some demographic groups, such as children, the elderly, and people with pre-existing respiratory disorders, is highlighted in particular. The socioeconomic and racial differences in air pollution exposure and related health effects that exist in metropolitan areas are also addressed.

This research emphasises the significance of equitable policies and practises to protect public health in urban environments and the necessity of tailored treatments to reduce the detrimental effects of urban air pollution on lung function.