Air pollution is an environmental hazard that impacts our health in ways we might not realize. One of the main types of air pollution is particulate matter (PM) in the form of PM2.5 and PM10. Here’s what you need to know:
PM2.5: These are super fine particles less than 2.5 micrometers in diameter. They’re so small that you could fit about 30 of them across the width of a single human hair!
PM10: They are slightly larger than PM2.5. These particles are less than 10 micrometers in diameter, but they’re still small enough to get into your lungs.
Health Risks of PM2.5: These particles can penetrate deep into your lungs and even enter your bloodstream, potentially leading to:
Health Risks of PM10: While they don’t usually reach the bloodstream, they can still affect lung function and respiratory health.
Taking steps to understand and reduce exposure to PM2.5 and PM10 is essential for our health. As a community, we help each other to improve air quality.
If you are in Grant County or interested in Air Quality, you can join the Air Quality Monitoring Program: GC-AirWise. Click here to get more information on it!