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Blurred vision: The ophthalmological effect of smog in Pakistan

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This article discusses the growing burden of smog in Pakistan, tracing its origins to vehicular emissions, industrial pollutants, and agricultural practices. It highlights current national initiatives and advocates for enhanced government interventions to mitigate smog's adverse effects on ocular health. It also emphasizes the need for collective action to safeguard ocular health amid rising smog pollution in Pakistan.

Source: Dialogues in Health

DOI: 10.1016/j.dialog.2024.100199

Authors: Zoya Ejaz, Faizan Masood, Arsalan Nadeem, Abdullah Ahmed, Eeman Ahmad, Mahrukh Chaudhry

Institutions: Allama Iqbal Medical College, FMH College of Medicine & Dentistry

Language: English

Topic: Air Quality and Health Impacts

Subfield: Health, Toxicology and Mutagenesis

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,100