Indoor - The Effects of Air Pollution on Health
Scientific evidence reveals that poor indoor air quality is related to health issues as shown:
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These are collections of non-specific symptoms that affect people living in a particular building. The cause of Sick Building Syndrome may be attributed to poor circulation of central air conditioning. |
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Eye irritation |
Upper respiratory tract discomfort |
Sneezing and nose blocking |
Flu like symptoms |
Chest discomfort |
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Rash and itchiness |
Headache |
Sleepiness |
Anxious |
Poor concentration |
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These are the clinical diagnoses for which specific causes can be found. The causes are related to pollutants within a building. |
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Allergic Response: |
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Inhalation of spores of some specific fungi can lead to pneumonia |
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Legionnaires' Disease: one type of atypical
pneumonia |
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Humidifier fever |
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