The Delhi Traffic Police department has decided to equip its personnel with breathing masks and ultraviolet (UV) protected sunglasses to deal with the heat and air pollution.
Muktesh Chander, Special Commissioner (Traffic), said, "We have provided standard quality breathing masks and UV protection sunglasses to the first batch who have to do continuous duty under the scorching sun and in the dusty atmosphere. The good thing about this anti-UV sunglasses is that it could even be worn over power glasses."
Air Pollution
Nearly 2.4 million deaths every year are attributable to air pollution. Air pollutants may be solid particles, liquid droplets or gases. Proper planning methods should be adopted to reduce air pollution.
Advertisement
While rising levels of pollution in the Capital have always been a cause of concern, soaring temperatures have put Delhi at high risk of ultraviolet rays.
"The breathing mask comes with a replaceable filter. This mask will save our personnel from inhaling polluted air and dust particles while performing their duty at busy traffic intersections. We have provided 200 masks and sunglasses to as many personnel in the first phase," said Sandeep Goel, Joint Commissioner of Police Traffic.
![Air Pollution Killing Tens of Thousands of Lives]( "Air Pollution Killing Tens of Thousands of Lives")
In Britain air pollution is claiming tens of thousands of people every year, reveal experts.
According to System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting Research (SAFAR), Delhi has recorded 8.6 and 8.2 on the UV index last week, which is classified as high risk.
Long-term exposure to air pollution can cause respiratory disorders. While UV radiation affects the skin, eyes and immune system.
Source: Medindia
Air Pollution Killing Tens of Thousands of Lives
In Britain air pollution is claiming tens of thousands of people every year, reveal experts.
Advertisement
According to System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting Research (SAFAR), Delhi has recorded 8.6 and 8.2 on the UV index last week, which is classified as high risk.
Long-term exposure to air pollution can cause respiratory disorders. While UV radiation affects the skin, eyes and immune system.
Source: Medindia
Skin Uses Projectiles to Protect Against UV Rays
Researchers at Lund University have found that our skin protects us against the harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun.
Advertisement
 Do Not Get Inspired to Stay in the Sun Longer Because of a Higher SPF Rating on Your SunscreenSun screen labels may have gone in for a bit of a revamp to make them easy to use and effective, yet experts feel many of them carry SPF ratings which could be misleading and dangerous. | Advertisement
|
Advertisement
Recommended Readings
Latest Indian Health News
Lifestyle factors contribute to Alzheimer's. Low social engagement, sleep, physical activity, and diet increase the risk. Staying healthy can reduce these factors.
India excels in tackling HIV, tuberculosis (TB), and malaria, especially in TB elimination, surpassing global progress
The data offers a wealth of information on suicide factors, warning signs, available resources, and dedicated prevention helplines, among other crucial details.
India's G20 leadership aims to bolster digital health initiatives and enhance healthcare equity through greater integration of telemedicine and artificial intelligence tools.
Minimally invasive spine surgeries have gained global prominence over the past two decades and have now become widely adopted in India as well.
