Signs of Poor Air Quality & Associated Health Effects

[Eliana Batrez]

Applicable to Indoor & Outdoor Air Quality: 

Physical Symptoms:

• Coughing or wheezing.
• Shortness of breath.
• Irritation of the eyes, nose, or throat.
• Headaches.
• Fatigue and reduced energy levels.

• • Behavioral Changes:
    • Restlessness and irritability.
    • Difficulty concentrating.
    • Increased frequency of tantrums or frustration
  • Signs of poor indoor air quality:
    • Unpleasant or musty odors.
    • Condensation on windows.
    • Frequent health complaints. 
    • Visible mold growth

Health risks associated with poor air quality include, but are not limited to:

• • Respiratory problems: Asthma, allergies, coughing, and wheezing.
  • Lung issues (such as Asthma, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), emphysema)
  • Heart issues (such as heart attacks, hypertension, arteriosclerosis, thrombosis, angina)
  • Neurological issues (such as stroke, epilepsy, migraine, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, learning problems)
  • Cancer (such as lung cancer, throat cancer, other types of cancer)
  • Eyes/Ears/Throat issues (such as rhinitis and allergies)
  • Headaches, dizziness, and fatigue.
  • Long-term exposure can lead to chronic health issues