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Gac Med Mex 2003; 139 (1)

Effects of Atmospheric Pollution on Health and Its Importance in Mexico City.

Vallejo M, Jáuregui-Renaud K, Hermosillo AG, Márquez MF, Cárdenas M

Language: Spanish
References: 61
Page: 57-63
PDF size: 88.55 Kb.


ABSTRACT

The impact of air pollution on human health is a complicated problem. In this review, we describe the main health eftects of exposure to ozone, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, lead and particulate matter. Geographical characteristics of the metropolitan area of Mexico City that favor pollutant persistence with adverse effects on the population are described; the use of the Indice Metropolitano de la Calidad del Aire (IMECA), current norms, and present programs to diminish this problem are discussed. Evidence shows that through these actions, air quality has improved. However, some pollutants such as ozone and particulate matter, still exceed the standard. To further improve air quality in the city, existing programs should continue and multidisciplinary research, both basic and applied, is required.


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