Dr Lancelot Pinto

Dr. Lancelot Pinto, a pulmonologist and epidemiologist from Mumbai's P.D. Hinduja Hospital, dives into the debates surrounding pigeons in urban India. He clarifies health risks linked to pigeons, distinguishing between infectious diseases and hypersensitivity pneumonitis. The discussion touches on how prolonged exposure relates to symptoms often overlooked, like cough and breathlessness. Dr. Pinto advocates for practical measures to mitigate exposure, such as using pigeon nets and air purifiers, while emphasizing the importance of community engagement over culling.