DIMAPUR — The National Programme on Climate Change and Human Health (NPCCHH) Phek, observed the 4th International Day of Clean Air for blue skies on the theme ‘Together for clean air’ at the CMO conference hall, Phek, on Friday.
The day was observed across the district with an objective to raise awareness about the importance of clean air, air pollution and its ill effects on health, measures to protect oneself from pollution and reducing one’s contribution to air pollution, an update stated.
The resource person Dr. Limatoshi, epidemiologist, sensitised the participants to the adverse health effects caused by air pollution like asthma, lung cancer, heart conditions etc.
The participants were also highlighted on the sources of indoor air pollution and outdoor air pollution. The short-term effects and long-term effects caused by air pollution were also briefed at the gatherings.
The programme was attended by Dr. Shasinle, DPO (NCD), traffic police personnel, municipality workers and staff of the CMO office.
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