VOICED : OMS: Un 92% de la poblacion respira aire demasiado contaminado

The World Health Organization has declared air pollution a public health emergency, with 92% of the global population living in areas where air quality levels are unsafe. This results in 3 million deaths annually. Major pollution sources include inefficient transport, waste burning, power plants, and industrial activities. Personal accounts highlight the severe health impacts, such as difficulty breathing. Harmful particles like sulfates, nitrates, and soot pose significant health risks, particularly affecting the cardiovascular system. Data from over 3,000 locations show that 90% of pollution-related deaths occur in low and middle-income countries.

What percentage of the global population lives in areas where air quality does not meet WHO's healthy limits?

• 75%

• 50%

• 100%

• 92%

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a major source of air pollution?

• Inefficient transportation

• Household fuel burning

• Agricultural activities

• Industrial activities

What personal challenge does the narrator face due to air pollution?

• Difficulty breathing while walking

• Difficulty driving a rickshaw in traffic

• Difficulty sleeping at night

• Difficulty working in an office

Which harmful particles are mentioned as penetrating deep into the lungs and cardiovascular system?

• Lead

• Carbon monoxide

• Sulfates, nitrates, and soot

• Ozone

In which type of countries do 90% of air pollution-related deaths occur?

• Developed countries

• Low- and middle-income countries

• High-income countries

• Island nations