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Lissette Salvat

12 hours ago, at 9:57 PM

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             Air pollution and Hypertension                   

When an interior or exterior environment is contaminated by a chemical, physical, or biological component, the atmosphere is said to be polluted (Landrigan, 2017). Household combustion devices, automobiles, industry, and biomass burning are some of the most common sources of air pollution in the United States.

Air pollution is a significant source of environmental danger. The proof that air pollution can cause raised blood pressure and increase the risk of Hypertension is mounting. Acute increases in outdoor air pollution levels can cause a rise in arterial blood pressure that is either immediate or slightly delayed(Sanidas et al., 2017). Studies have shown that short-term increases in particulate and gaseous pollutants may be related with the development of acute hypertension. Long-term exposure to polluted outdoor air has been linked to an increase in blood pressure, according to studies. In addition, some long-term studies have revealed a link between the prevalence of hypertension in the general population and long-term exposure to air pollution (Sanidas et al., 2017). High blood pressure has been linked to a number of air pollution pollutants, including inhalable particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, Sulphur dioxide, and ozone. An imbalance in the autonomous neuronal system, inflammatory reactions in the lungs, and pathological abnormalities in the vascular endothelium have all been implicated in the development of asthma.

The best advice that I can give as a practitioner is to prevent further air pollution. The patient should avoid places and use products that pollute the air(Zhang et al., 2016). For instance, they should avoid using products with chemicals, avoid usage of crackers during festivals and use fans instead of the air conditioner. For industries, they should use filters for chimneys, not produce plastic bags, and utilize recycling and reuse(Zhang et al., 2016). For groups or the general public, they should avoid the usage of paper bags and use public transport instead of private transportation. Also, the citizens should practice afforestation and avoid forest fires and smoke.

 

Reference

Landrigan, P. J. (2017). Air pollution and health. The Lancet Public Health, 2(1), e4-e5.

Sanidas, E., Papadopoulos, D. P., Grassos, H., Velliou, M., Tsioufis, K., Barbetseas, J., & Papademetriou, V. (2017). Air pollution and Arterial Hypertension. A new risk factor is in the air. Journal of the American Society of Hypertension, 11(11), 709-715.

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Maria Lazarte

14 hours ago, at 7:19 PM

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Global Warming

Global warming is one of the most pressing environmental problems of our time. It is an issue that affects every person on the planet, and it is up to us to take steps to mitigate its devastating effects. Global warming is the gradual surge in the Earth’s average surface temperature (Swinburn et al., 2019). This is largely due to the increased levels of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases. Global warming will cause more extreme weather conditions, including frequent and intense floods, droughts, wildfires, and typhoons. It will also cause sea levels to rise, leading to the displacement of millions of people and the destruction of coastal communities.

The relationship between climate change and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) is complex and not fully understood. However, there are a number of ways in which global warming may increase the incidence and prevalence of STDs in these populations. Global warming also increases the risk of STDs through changes in human behavior (Baylis, 2017). For example, as the temperature increases, people may become more active outdoors, exposing themselves to additional risks of STDs.

Additionally, changes in sexual behavior may occur due to increased exposure to sexually transmitted infections (STIs). For example, individuals infected with an STD may be more likely to engage in risky sexual behaviors such as unprotected sexual engagements and multiple sexual partners (Caminade et al., 2019). However, the impacts of this change are still poorly understood, and further research is needed to better understand the implications of climate change on STD rates.

As a health professional, advising patients about the possible risks and benefits of global warming on their health is essential. Additionally, communicating with groups such as school boards and legislators about the potential impact of climate change on STD rates is also important. Ultimately, it is up to all of us to reduce the effects of global warming on our health and well-being.

References

Baylis, M. (2017). The potential impact of climate change on emerging vector-borne and other infections in the UK. Environmental Health, 16(1), 45-51.

Caminade, C., McIntyre, K. M., & Jones, A. E. (2019). Impact of recent and future climate change on vector‐borne diseases. Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, 1436(1), 157-173.

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