A Critical Analysis of the Causes of Air Pollution and Human Health Implications: Studying the Remedial Strategies for a Healthy Society
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: This study analysed the causes of air pollution and human health implications, studying the remedial strategies for a healthy society. In the context of carrying out this research, the following subheads among others were taken into consideration: concept of air pollution, concept of human health and concept of healthy society. The study mentioned the causes of air pollution to include: industrial emissions, vehicular exhaust/deforestation and agricultural activities. Respiratory diseases, cardiovascular problems and neurological/cognitive impairment among many others were mentioned as the effect of air pollution on human health. Remedial strategies of air pollution for a healthy society as stated in the study included: strengthening environmental regulations/policies, promoting clean/renewable energy sources and advancing green transportation systems. The study concluded that air pollution remains one of the most critical environmental and health challenges of the 21st century. One of the recommendations made was that the governments should enforce stricter air quality regulations, including emission controls on industries and vehicles.
Source: Afrischolar Discovery
Authors: OTTY-ANYANWU, Nkechi Udochukwu, Bassey, Ezekiel James
Language: English
Subfield: Health, Toxicology and Mutagenesis
Field: Environmental Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7077509271
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