CLEAN : Air pollution: Covid-hit Bulgaria faces compound risk

The video discusses the relationship between air pollution and virus transmission, particularly focusing on how air pollution can carry viruses and increase their infectivity. It highlights the correlation between air pollution hotspots and COVID-19 severity in Europe. The video also explains how air pollution can exacerbate health issues, making individuals more vulnerable to viruses and increasing mortality rates.

What is one way viruses can increase their infectivity according to the video?

• By attaching to air pollution particles

• By mutating rapidly

• By increasing their size

• By changing their color

How does air pollution affect the immune response?

• It strengthens the immune response

• It only affects the immune response in children

• It has no effect on the immune response

• It reduces the immune response

What correlation is observed between air pollution and COVID-19?

• No correlation is observed

• Air pollution reduced COVID-19 transmission

• Air pollution hotspots were also COVID-19 hotspots

• COVID-19 was less severe in polluted areas

How does air pollution impact lung function according to the video?

• It improves lung function

• It has no impact on lung function

• It makes the lungs more susceptible and limits air intake

• It only affects lung function in athletes

What is a potential consequence of air pollution on mortality?

• It has no effect on mortality

• It only affects mortality in the elderly

• It decreases mortality

• It increases mortality