Don’t under-estimate PM2.5 risk, doctor says
Despite research establishing the risks associated with ultra-fine PM2.5 particulate matter, and the fact it is both odourless and invisible, many people fail to appreciate the damaging impact it has on their health, said Khate Sripratak, cardiologist and president of the Chest Disease Institute’s medical staff organisation.
“It affects the health of people in all walks of life, but children, the elderly and those with congenital diseases are likely to suffer more,” he said. Though there are no official figures yet, Dr Khate has noticed a distinct rise in the number of people being admitted in hospital due to PM2.5-related complaints.
Kornchanok Raksaseri
