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ASSESSING THE STATUS OF AIR QUALITY AND ITS IMPACTS ON PUBLIC HEALTH: A CASE STUDY OF SHEIKHUPURA, PAKISTAN

Abstract

Air pollution is now acknowledged as a worldwide concern rather than a native or local issue. In current eras, one of the major threats that people are struggling with is air pollution, causing harmful effects on the ecosystem and individual’s health. Particulate matter, sulphur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, and ozone are the main air pollutants. The concentration of these pollutants rises, and it may cause major respiratory issues that result in an increased death rate. The current study aims to assess the air quality status in Sheikhupura and identify air pollution causes and their terrible effects on human health. The questionnaire-based survey was conducted in selected Sheikhupura areas to learn more about how the locals felt about the current level of air pollution and potential solutions. Respondents (n=120) were chosen using a multistage sampling process, and data was gathered by creating close-ended questions. In end, data were analyzed by statistical tools. The majority of the respondents provided evidence that air pollution is dangerous to people’s health and is the root cause of numerous diseases. Emerging atmospheric risks in District Sheikhupura are caused due to ungoverned urban transportation and urban sprawl, particularly a growing industrial development. So, it has been concluded that to create a plan for effective managing actions to control air pollution, it is essential to consider people’s perceptions. That helps to monitor air contamination and reduce its severe health impacts by upgrading regulations to control pollution.

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