Air Pollution: Health Impact and Control

Air pollution has been recognized as one of our major environmental health problems, but much about it still requires investigation. Current research trends can be categorized into two broad areas: medical-biological and physical-engineering. As more is learned, the nature of these problems becomes clearer, making it possible to approach further investigation and control of air pollution more rationally. Air pollution has become a major global concern, with high concentrations of pollutants putting millions of people's health at risk. India is one of the countries severely affected by air pollution, with 22 out of the 30 most polluted cities in the world located there. Its adverse impact is pervasive, affecting human health, the environment, the economy, and social well-being.