The weather is strange these days. The sky is cloudy and the air is strange. why?

Shall we learn about the shape of yellow apples and fine dust together?

Fine dust and yellow dust are air pollutants that are emerging as major environmental problems in modern society.

Fine dust and yellow dust concept

Fine dust mainly comes from various pollutants such as forest fires, automobile exhaust, and factory emissions. They float in the air and can cause a variety of health problems if they enter the respiratory tract. Yellow dust is a phenomenon in which dust generated in inland China and Mongolia travels up to the Korean Peninsula with strong winds and affects it. This dust contains not only yellow dust but also various harmful substances, which can be harmful to health.

Occurrence period of yellow dust and fine dust

Fine dust mainly shows high concentrations in spring and winter, especially in spring, when forest fires, stove use, and spring rain are the causes of fine dust. Yellow dust mainly occurs in spring, especially between March and April, and blows to the Korean Peninsula. For this reason, health problems caused by fine dust and yellow dust are increasing in spring.

Associated with increased prevalence of colds

The incidence of respiratory diseases increases during seasons when the concentration of dust and yellow dust increases. In particular, symptoms such as colds, pneumonia, cough, and sore throat occur frequently. Dust and yellow dust penetrate directly into the respiratory tract, making it easier for cold viruses or bacteria to enter, increasing the prevalence of colds.

Prevention and response measures

Here are some preventative measures you can take in your daily life to prepare for these environmental threats: When going out, wear a KF94 or higher mask to protect your respiratory system, and exhaust polluted air through indoor ventilation. It is also important to drink enough water and strengthen your immunity by eating nutritious meals. Additionally, on days when fine dust and yellow dust are high, it is recommended to minimize going out and enjoy indoor activities.

Fine dust and yellow dust continue to affect our lives. To protect your health from these environmental threats, continuous caution and attention are required. Please refer to the above methods and maintain a healthy lifestyle.