Asthma is a growing health concern which affects millions of people every day across the globe. Recent studies have shown that there could be more behind the growing spike in the number of diagnoses than simply modern lifestyles though – global warming could be to blame. Not only is this environmental hazard the cause of violent weather changes and melting the ice caps, it is also the cause of many people’s respiratory condition.
A chronic disease that can be fatal if attacks are left untreated, asthma causes the bronchial tubes to become inflamed which can make breathing difficult. From dust mites to pollen, there are various triggers for asthma, but public health experts have realised that global warming could be playing a bigger role than once thought.
The vehicle emissions that find their way into the atmosphere could be one of the main causes of asthma attacks, and research has shown that the particles found in diesel may be altering the human immune system which can lead to asthma developing. When combined with other influencing factors, such as mould and mildew, dust and lack of exercise, scientists believe they may have found the reasoning behind the consistent rise in asthma cases.
Along with further research into the treatment and cure of asthma, scientists are suggesting that we take drastic steps to improve the condition of the air around us. Not only is global warming affecting our planet but it’s also impacting our health dramatically. By making a concerted effort to lower the carbon emissions we pump into the atmosphere each day, we can make a positive change. More immediate solutions, however, include ensuring that mould and dust is kept to a minimum in your home, and try to let the air circulate throughout your building to stop the build-up of damp, which can worsen your symptoms.
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