Showing posts with label Air Pollution : PM 2.5 Risk Factors. Show all posts
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Friday, April 15, 2016

Air Pollution : PM 2.5 Risk Factors !

Good

0-50
It’s a great day to be active outside.
Moderate

51-100
Some people who may be unusually sensitive to particle pollution.
Unusually sensitive people: Consider reducing prolonged or heavy exertion. Watch for symptoms such as coughing or shortness of breath. These are signs to take it easier.


Everyone else: It’s a good day to be active outside.
Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

101-150
Sensitive groups include people with heart or lung disease, older adults, children and teenagers.
Sensitive groups: Reduce prolonged or heavy exertion. It’s OK to be active outside, but take more breaks and do less intense activities. Watch for symptoms such as coughing or shortness of breath.


People with asthma should follow their asthma action plans and keep quick relief medicine handy.

If you have heart disease: Symptoms such as palpitations, shortness of breath, or unusual fatigue may indicate a serious problem. If you have any of these, contact your heath care provider.
Unhealthy

151 to 200
Everyone
Sensitive groups: Avoid prolonged or heavy exertion. Move activities indoors or reschedule to a time when the air quality is better.


Everyone else: Reduce prolonged or heavy exertion. Take more breaks during all outdoor activities.
Very Unhealthy 

201-300
Everyone
Sensitive groups: Avoid all physical activity outdoors. Move activities indoors or reschedule to a time when air quality is better.


Everyone else: Avoid prolonged or heavy exertion. Consider moving activities indoors or rescheduling to a time when air quality is better.
Hazardous

301-500
Everyone
Everyone: Avoid all physical activity outdoors.


Sensitive groups: Remain indoors and keep activity levels low. Follow tips for keeping particle levels low indoors.