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Delhi Pollution Crisis: Half Seek Medical Help

A survey reveals that nearly half of Delhi's residents sought medical help for respiratory issues due to severe air pollution.

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What action is planned in response to the survey's findings?: LocalCircles founder Sachin Taparia plans to escalate the survey's findings to the government, highlighting the public health crisis caused by Delhi's air pollution.
What events exacerbated Delhi's air pollution, leading to poor air quality?: Delhi's Air Quality Index reached "poor" levels after Dussehra, and "severe" levels after Diwali, due to increased fine particulate matter from firecrackers and stubble burning.
What are the long-term health consequences of prolonged exposure to high pollution levels?: The prolonged exposure to high pollution levels in Delhi causes respiratory issues, skin and eye irritation, and serious health problems such as asthma, COPD, and cancer.
What were the common health issues and treatments reported by Delhi residents in the survey?: The survey showed that 81% of respondents experienced related health issues, with many seeking medical help and purchasing medications like inhalers and antibiotics.
What percentage of Delhi residents sought medical help for respiratory problems due to pollution?: Nearly half of Delhi's residents sought medical attention for respiratory problems due to severe pollution, as revealed by a LocalCircles survey.

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