Dangers of PM2.5: Health and Pollution

This chapter explores fine particulate air pollution, specifically PM2.5, detailing its sources like combustion and bushfires, and the serious health risks it poses. It addresses the links between increased pollution levels and health issues such as stroke, coronary heart disease, and respiratory conditions, particularly in urban settings and after environmental events. Additionally, the chapter compares the impacts of fine particulate pollution to smoking, examining the biological mechanisms through which these particles affect human health.