Dr Haroon Ahmad
Air Pollution and Eczema: How Proton Health Can Help You Avoid It.
Discover the impact of air pollution on eczema, learn about indoor and outdoor pollutants, and find out how Proton Health can help you combat pollution threats.
What We'll Cover - Air Pollution and Eczema.
Key Takeaways
Air pollution, both indoor and outdoor, can significantly influence eczema flare-ups.
Outdoor pollutants include car exhausts and factory fumes, while indoor pollutants comprise tobacco smoke, stoves, furniture, house dust mites, animal dander, and mould.
The Proton Health app provides access to 250+ educational sessions, covering various topics, including managing the impact of air pollution on eczema.
Strategies such as avoiding high-pollution areas, planning journeys, and managing indoor air quality can help protect your skin from pollutants.
Regular cleaning, ventilation, and using air purifiers can improve indoor air quality and reduce the risk of eczema flare-ups.
Introduction - Air Pollution and Eczema
Air pollution and eczema are two things that seem unrelated at first, but recent evidence has shown a significant connection. In this blog post, we'll explore the impact of air pollution on eczema, indoor and outdoor pollutants, and how the Proton Health app can help you stay ahead of pollution threats in your local area. We will also share some valuable tips to protect your skin from air pollution.
The Connection Between Air Pollution and Eczema
Air pollution, invisible but harmful, can wreak havoc on our bodies, including our skin. Research has shown that air pollution can influence eczema flare-ups. Outdoor air pollutants come from sources such as car exhausts and factory fumes, while indoor air pollutants can come from tobacco smoke, stoves, furniture, house dust mites, animal dander, and mould.
Proton Health: Your Ally in the Fight Against Air Pollution and Eczema
With the Proton Health app, you can access over 250+ educational sessions that cover various topics, including how to minimise the impact of air pollution on your eczema. The app also provides threat level assessments based on your local area, making it easier for you to plan your daily activities and avoid high-pollution areas.
Tips to Protect Your Skin from Outdoor Air Pollution
Avoid pollution hotspots: Steer clear of high-pollution areas, like major intersections and busy roads. Walk on the inner side of the pavement to distance yourself from motor vehicles.
Plan your journeys in advance: Use apps like AirVisual to help you avoid high-pollution areas.
Be an early bird: Try to commute earlier to avoid rush hour when pollution levels are higher.
Tips to Protect Your Skin from Indoor Air Pollution
Let the air move: Open your windows regularly to allow pollutants to leave. Close them during rush hours.
Invest in an air purifier: An indoor air-purifying product can help remove irritants from your home.
Clean regularly: Ensure you clean dust, cobwebs, and signs of mould on walls, ceilings, floors, and bedding.
Summary
Air pollution and eczema are closely linked, with pollutants found both indoors and outdoors. Protect your skin by avoiding high-pollution areas, planning your journeys, and managing indoor air quality. The Proton Health app can be a valuable tool in helping you stay ahead of pollution threats in your local area, ultimately improving your eczema symptoms and overall well-being.
