People who are most likely to experience the harmful effects from pollution are: older ages, younger ages, babies, or those with or in premonition of lung diseases.
Those who have or have onset of lung diseases should always check the pollution levels outside and use tools to minimize the risk of congestion and air restriction.
Particle pollution has been linked to:
- Eye irritation
- Lung and throat irritation
- Trouble breathing
- Lung cancer
- Problems with babies at birth (for example, low birth weight)