Health Ministry urges public to put on masks amid rising air air pollution
The Gambia’s Ministry of Health has issued a public assertion urging residents to remain hydrated and put on masks and eye safety in response to growing air air pollution.
Recent stories point out that air air pollution ranges are on the rise, significantly in city areas, and have reached alarming ranges.
Prolonged publicity to polluted air can result in critical well being points, together with respiratory issues, allergic reactions, and coronary heart circumstances.
In the assertion, the Ministry mentioned: “To shield your self and your loved ones, we urge individuals to restrict out of doors publicity, particularly these with underlying well being circumstances.
“Wearing masks and protective glasses when outdoors is essential to safeguard against harmful airborne particles.”
The Ministry additionally emphasised the significance of staying hydrated, advising individuals to “drink plenty of water to help the body cope with the adverse effects of poor air quality”.
“Additionally, preserving doorways and home windows closed may also help stop out of doors air pollution from coming into houses.
“Taking these simple precautions can significantly reduce the harmful effects of poor air quality,” the assertion added.
By Adama Makasuba
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