aiims chief compares delhi air pollution to great smog of london - reviews on air purifiers for allergies

Air pollution in Delhi reached an alarming level in November 8, when the number of patients in major city hospitals surged, and AIIMS chief compared the situation to the deadly big smog in London in 1952.
The doctor also warned that some patients may be in danger of life.
Threat conditions
Randeep Guleria, director of AIIMS, who is also a well-known lung scientist, said that sales of N95 masks and air purifiers have increased over the past few days and may not be able to provide a full set
Time protection and emphasis on long-term implementation
Long-term measures to deal with the crisis.
When people are seen wearing masks to protect themselves outdoors, the number of fresh cases in hospitals and patients with a history of asthma and chronic pulmonary disease has surged (COPD)
Deterioration of cardiovascular disease.
The Delhi pollution tracker "patients began to appear in The OPDs complaining about breathing difficulties, coughing, sneezing, chest tightness, allergies and complications of asthma.
The number of patients seeking treatment has increased approximately due to breathing and heart problems, "said Dr. Guleria.
"This is a silent killer," he said . "
He also compared the situation in the capital with heavy smog in London in 1952, and said the pollution was so severe that patients with respiratory and heart problems could develop into life.
Threat conditions
On December 5, 1952, a heavy yellow haze brought London to a standstill for four days, with an estimated 4,000 deaths.
From Hindu page: October 31, 1953-
Fear of London smog
Guleria said that as levels of pollution rise, the condition of those who already have advanced heart disease or lung problems deteriorated and they landed in the icu and had to wear a ventilator.
He said that the current smog situation in the capital
Diwali in 2016 and expressed concern that there could be some 25,000 to 30,000 deaths in Delhi
Due to the disease of increased pollution, NCR. The Centre-
J. Safdarjung said that in the past two days, there has also been an increase in respiratory problems in its OPDs and casualty departmentsC.
Su Rui, professor and director of pulmonary medicine at the hospital.
The current effect, he said, is cough, throat infection, and pneumonia, but in the long run these results can be catastrophic because people may also develop lung cancer.
"Older people and children are more likely to be infected and allergic due to smog and pollution.
So when the toxic level reaches its peak, they should avoid going out in the early morning and at dusk, "Dr. Suri said.
"In addition, when levels of pollution rise, the condition of people with chronic pulmonary disease (COPD)
"Asthma or heart disease can worsen," he added . ".
According to Fortis Lt Rajan Dhall Hospital, director of the lung department and HOD Vivek Nangia, OPD foot in patients with various respiratory pressures has increased by 25% in the past 24 hours.
"These include not only the first walk --
Repeat patients in patients as well.
Due to the serious bad air quality, the disease is more lasting and the situation is grim.
"This leads to a longer recovery time and a higher degree of dependence on steroids, antibiotics and inhalation.
This will continue until pollution levels are controlled . "Nangia said.
Rajesh Chawla, senior consultant (
Severe care, lung and sleep disorders)
At the Apollo Hospital Indraprastha, it is recommended to avoid indulging in outdoor sports, wearing high-quality masks, covering the eyes, nose and mouth.
The Indian Medical Association says the capital is experiencing a "public health emergency" and calls on the government to stop outdoor sports and other such activities in schools to protect the health of children.