Assignment 4:
Environmental Diseases
Assignment 4:
Explain any five Environmental Diseases.
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Environmental diseases are illnesses and conditions that result from manmade environmental problems.
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In epidemiology, environmental diseases arediseases that can be directly attributed toenvironmental factors (as distinct from genetic factors or infection). ... Disease caused by physical factors in the environment, such as skin cancer caused by excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight.
Environmental diseases are those diseases caused due to the environmental factors and are not transmitted through genes or by any other infection (Donald, 1991). Exposure to harmful chemicals, pesticides, radiation, air pollution and water pollution exposure to toxins, pathogens, radiation, and chemicals found in almost all personal care products and household cleaners are possible causes of a large segment of environmental diseases (Titlow, 1999). These disease-causing agents are present every where around us and therefore, the possibility of a person getting infected depends on the hazards present in their environment as well as their genetic vulnerability to these diseases (Donald, 1991). This paper provides a brief description of the common environmental diseases. These include lung diseases, asthma, bronchitis, black lung disease, cancer and kidney diseases.
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5 types of environmental diseases are:-
1.Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2.Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
According to NAEPP (2007), some of the preventive measures against asthma are avoiding known triggers and substances that irritate the airways. Persons with asthma should also avoid air pollution, industrial dusts, and other irritating fumes as much as possible, beddings should also be covered with allergy-proof casings to reduce exposure to dust mites, houses should be kept clean and food in containers and out of bedrooms. This practices help reduce the possibility of cockroaches, which can trigger asthma attacks in some people also filtering material should be placed over the heating outlets to trap animal dander. In addition, tobacco smoke should be eliminated from home.
3.Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
4.Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
5.Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009). People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
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Five types of environmental diseases:-
1.Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2.Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
According to NAEPP (2007), some of the preventive measures against asthma are avoiding known triggers and substances that irritate the airways. Persons with asthma should also avoid air pollution, industrial dusts, and other irritating fumes as much as possible, beddings should also be covered with allergy-proof casings to reduce exposure to dust mites, houses should be kept clean and food in containers and out of bedrooms. This practices help reduce the possibility of cockroaches, which can trigger asthma attacks in some people also filtering material should be placed over the heating outlets to trap animal dander. In addition, tobacco smoke should be eliminated from home.
3.Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
4.Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
5.Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009). People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
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Five environmental diseases
1.Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2.Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
According to NAEPP (2007), some of the preventive measures against asthma are avoiding known triggers and substances that irritate the airways. Persons with asthma should also avoid air pollution, industrial dusts, and other irritating fumes as much as possible, beddings should also be covered with allergy-proof casings to reduce exposure to dust mites, houses should be kept clean and food in containers and out of bedrooms. This practices help reduce the possibility of cockroaches, which can trigger asthma attacks in some people also filtering material should be placed over the heating outlets to trap animal dander. In addition, tobacco smoke should be eliminated from home.
3.Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
4.Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
5.Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009). People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
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Sometimes, when pregnant women are exposed to chemicals or drink a lot of alcohol, harmful substances reach the fetus. Some of these babies are born with an organ, tissue or body part that has not developed in a normal way. Aspirin and cigarette smoking can also cause birth problems. Each year, about 150,000 babies born in the United States have defects. Many of these could be prevented.
Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions. More than 8 million Americans have cancer. Some of these are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and sunlight. People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
Fertility Problems
Fertility is the ability to produce children. However, one in eight couples has a problem. This can occur when a woman can't produce an egg, or when a man can't produce enough sperm. Infertility can be caused by infections that come from sexual diseases or from exposure to chemicals on the job or elsewhere in the environment. Researchers at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) have shown that too much caffeine in the diet can temporarily reduce a woman's fertility. NIEHS scientists have also pinpointed the days when a woman is likely to be fertile.
Immune Deficiency Diseases
The immune system fights germs, viruses and poisons that attack the body. It is composed of white blood cells and other warrior cells. When a foreign particle enters the body, these cells surround and destroy this "enemy." We have all heard of AIDS and the harm it does to the immune system. Some chemicals and drugs can also weaken the immune system by damaging its specialized cells. When this occurs, the body is more vulnerable to diseases and infections.
Kidney Diseases
About 3.5 million Americans have kidney diseases. These range from simple infections to total kidney failure. People with kidney failure cannot remove wastes and poisons from their blood. They depend on expensive kidney machines in order to stay alive. Some chemicals found in the environment can produce kidney damage. Some nonprescription drugs, when taken too often, can also cause kidney problems. Be sure to read the label and use drugs as directed.
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Lung Diseases
Any substance other than air that is breathed into the lungs has the potential to cause damage to these organs. For example, air pollution, including smoke from other peoples' cigarettes (secondhand smoke), and workplace chemicals can lead to lung diseases.
• Asthma (AZ-ma), a condition in which breathing is difficult.
• Black lung disease is an illness in which coal miners' lungs become coated with coal dust, causing a chronic condition in which breathing becomes difficult and painful.
Cancers
In addition to lung cancer, other cancers have been linked to environmental toxins (poisons). For example, pesticides, herbicides, and radioactive substances have the potential to cause cancer. Asbestos, chromium, and coal tar have been linked to lung cancer. Construction workers, welders, and steelworkers may be repeatedly exposed to these compounds.
Birth Defects
Sometimes, when pregnant women are exposed to chemicals or drink a lot of alcohol, harmful substances reach the fetus. Some of these babies are born with an organ, tissue or body part that has not developed in a normal way. Aspirin and cigarette smoking can also cause birth problems. Each year, about 150,000 babies born in the United States have defects. Many of these could be prevented.
Goiter (GOY-ter)
Sometimes people don't get enough iodine from the foods they eat. This can cause a small gland called the thyroid to grow larger. The thyroid can become so large that it looks like a baseball sticking out of the front of your neck. This is called goiter. Since the thyroid controls basic functions like growth and energy, goiter can produce a wide range of effects. Some goiter patients are unusually restless and nervous. Others tend to be sluggish and lethargic. Goiter became rare after public health officials decided that iodine should be added to salt.
Malaria
Malaria is a life-threatening disease. It’s typically transmitted through the bite of an infected Anophelesmosquito. Infected mosquitoes carry the Plasmodium parasite. When this mosquito bites you, the parasite is released into your bloodstream.
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Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009).
Lungs cancer
Lung cancer is one typical example of cancer. It is a malignant tumor that invades and obstructs the lung’s air passages (WHO, 2010). Cigarette smoking greatly increases the likelihood of a person developing lung cancer.
Kidney Diseases
According to National Center for Environmental Health (2009), Kidney diseases range from simple infections to total kidney failure. Individual with kidney failure cannot remove wastes and poisons from their blood. Cause of kidney diseases include chemicals found in the environment, using large numbers of over-the-counter pain relievers for a long time also using of drugs such as heroin and crack. Further more, toxins such as pesticides can also result in kidney problems (National Health Service, 2010).
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Allergies and Asthma (AZ-ma)
About 50 million people in the U.S. - one in five adults and kids - have allergies. They sneeze, their noses run and their eyes itch from pollen, dust and other substances. Some suffer sudden attacks that leave them breathless and gasping for air. This is allergic asthma. Asthma attacks often occur after periods of heavy exercise or during sudden changes in the weather.
Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions. More than 8 million Americans have cancer. Some of these are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and pollution.
Dermatitis (dur-muh-TIE-tiss)
Dermatitis is a fancy name for inflamed, irritated skin. Many of us have experienced the oozing bumps and itching caused by poison ivy, oak and sumac. Some chemicals found in paints, dyes, cosmetics and detergents can also cause rashes and blisters. Too much wind and sun make the skin dry and chapped.People can protect themselves from poison ivy by following a simple rule: "Leaves of three, leave them be." Smart folks know their poisons.
Dermatitis
Emphysema
Emphysema (EM-fuh-ZEE-ma)
Air pollution and cigarette smoke can break down sensitive tissue in the lungs. Once this happens, the lungs cannot expand and contract properly. This condition is called emphysema. About 2 million Americans have this disease. For these people, each breath is hard work. Even moderate exercise is difficult. Some emphysema patients must breath from tanks of oxygen.
Fertility Problems
Fertility is the ability to produce children. However, one in eight couples has a problem. This can occur when a woman can't produce an egg, or when a man can't produce enough sperm. Infertility can be caused by infections that come from sexual diseases or from exposure to chemicals on the job or elsewhere in the environment.
Goiter (GOY-ter)
Sometimes people don't get enough iodine from the foods they eat. This can cause a small gland called the thyroid to grow larger. The thyroid can become so large that it looks like a baseball sticking out of the front of your neck. This is called goiter. Since the thyroid controls basic functions like growth and energy, goiter can produce a wide range of effects. Some goiter patients are unusually restless and nervous. Others tend to be sluggish and lethargic. Goiter became rare after public health officials decided that iodine should be added to salt.
Heart
Heart Disease
More than one in four Americans suffer from diseases of the heart and blood vessels. These diseases cause almost half of all deaths in the United States. While these may be due in part to poor eating habits and/or lack of exercise, environmental chemicals also play a role. While most chemicals that enter the body are broken down into harmless substances by the liver, some are converted into particles called free radicals that can react with proteins in the blood to form fatty deposits called plaques, which can clog blood vessels.
Immune Deficiency Diseases
The immune system fights germs, viruses and poisons that attack the body. It is composed of white blood cells and other warrior cells. When a foreign particle enters the body, these cells surround and destroy this "enemy." We have all heard of AIDS and the harm it does to the immune system.
Environmental diseases are illness and conditions that results from man made environmental problems. Such as,
ReplyDelete01- Lung diseases
The polluted air causes damage to the lungs. Air pollution, second hand smoke and workplace chemicals lead to lung diseases. Lung diseases include; Asthma, Black lung disease, Bronchitis, Silicosis.
02- Cancer
Pesticides, herbicides, radioactive substances have the potential to cause cancer. There are almost 2000 chemicals that are suspected of causing cancer. People working in plastics manufacturing are at risk for liver or bladder cancer.
03- Gulf War Syndrome
GWS encompasses symptoms such as chronic fatigue, aching muscles, skin rashes, memory loss, miscarriage.
04- Birth defects
Infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, child cancer may have the links for various environmental toxins. Exposure to radiation can cause problems in developing fetus.
05- Chemical Poisoning
Lead affects children's mental and physical developments. High doses can cause paralysis and death. The metals can cause nerve damage , cancer, liver and skin diseases.
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Environmental diseases are those diseases caused due to the environmental factors and are not transmitted through genes or by any other infection (Donald, 1991). This paper provides a brief description of the common environmental diseases. These include lung diseases, asthma, bronchitis, black lung disease, cancer and kidney diseases.
1.Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2. Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
3. Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
4. Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
5. Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009). People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
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Environmental diseases are those diseases caused due to the environmental factors and are not transmitted through genes or by any other infection (Donald, 1991).
1.Birth Defects
Sometimes, when pregnant women are exposed to chemicals or drink a lot of alcohol, harmful substances reach the fetus. Some of these babies are born with an organ, tissue or body part that has not developed in a normal way. Aspirin and cigarette smoking can also cause birth problems. Each year, about 150,000 babies born in the United States have defects. Many of these could be prevented.
2.Fertility Problems
Fertility is the ability to produce children. However, one in eight couples has a problem. This can occur when a woman can't produce an egg, or when a man can't produce enough sperm. Infertility can be caused by infections that come from sexual diseases or from exposure to chemicals on the job or elsewhere in the environment.
3.Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009).
4.Lungs cancer
Lung cancer is one typical example of cancer. It is a malignant tumor that invades and obstructs the lung’s air passages (WHO, 2010). Cigarette smoking greatly increases the likelihood of a person developing lung cancer.
05- Chemical Poisoning
Lead affects children's mental and physical developments. High doses can cause paralysis and death. The metals can cause nerve damage , cancer, liver and skin diseases
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Five environmental problems are:->
1.Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent.
2.Heart Disease
More than one in four Americans suffer from diseases of the heart and blood vessels. These diseases cause almost half of all deaths in the United States. While these may be due in part to poor eating habits and/or lack of exercise, environmental chemicals also play a role. While most chemicals that enter the body are broken down into harmless substances by the liver, some are converted into particles called free radicals that can react with proteins in the blood to form fatty deposits called plaques, which can clog blood vessels.
3.Immune Deficiency Diseases
The immune system fights germs, viruses and poisons that attack the body. It is composed of white blood cells and other warrior cells. When a foreign particle enters the body, these cells surround and destroy this "enemy." We have all heard of AIDS and the harm it does to the immune system.
4.Cancer
Pesticides, herbicides, radioactive substances have the potential to cause cancer. There are almost 2000 chemicals that are suspected of causing cancer. People working in plastics manufacturing are at risk for liver or bladder cancer.
5. Allergies and Asthma (AZ-ma)
About 50 million people in the U.S. - one in five adults and kids - have allergies. They sneeze, their noses run and their eyes itch from pollen, dust and other substances. Some suffer sudden attacks that leave them breathless and gasping for air. This is allergic asthma. Asthma attacks often occur after periods of heavy exercise or during sudden changes in the weather.
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Five types of environmental diseases are:-
1.Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2.Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
According to NAEPP (2007), some of the preventive measures against asthma are avoiding known triggers and substances that irritate the airways. Persons with asthma should also avoid air pollution, industrial dusts, and other irritating fumes as much as possible, beddings should also be covered with allergy-proof casings to reduce exposure to dust mites, houses should be kept clean and food in containers and out of bedrooms. This practices help reduce the possibility of cockroaches, which can trigger asthma attacks in some people also filtering material should be placed over the heating outlets to trap animal dander. In addition, tobacco smoke should be eliminated from home.
3.Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
4.Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
5.Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009). People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
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Environmental diseases are those diseases caused due to the environmental factors and are not transmitted through genes or by any other infection (Donald, 1991). This paper provides a brief description of the common environmental diseases. These include lung diseases, asthma, bronchitis, black lung disease, cancer and kidney diseases.
1.Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2. Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
3. Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
4. Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
5. Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009). People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents
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ReplyDeleteLung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2.Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
According to NAEPP (2007), some of the preventive measures against asthma are avoiding known triggers and substances that irritate the airways. Persons with asthma should also avoid air pollution, industrial dusts, and other irritating fumes as much as possible, beddings should also be covered with allergy-proof casings to reduce exposure to dust mites, houses should be kept clean and food in containers and out of bedrooms. This practices help reduce the possibility of cockroaches, which can trigger asthma attacks in some people also filtering material should be placed over the heating outlets to trap animal dander. In addition, tobacco smoke should be eliminated from home.
3.Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
4.Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
5.Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009). People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
1.Cancer harms the body when altered cells divide uncontrollably to form lumps or masses of tissue called tumors (except in the case of leukemia where cancer prohibits normal blood function by abnormal cell division in the blood stream). Tumors can grow and interfere with the digestive, nervous, and circulatory systems, and they can release hormones that alter body function. Tumors that stay in one spot and demonstrate limited growth are generally considered to be benign.
ReplyDelete2.black lung disease:.Coal workers' pneumoconiosis (CWP), also known as black lung disease or black lung, is caused by long exposure to coal dust. It is common in coal miners and others who work with coal. It is similar to both silicosis from inhaling silica dust and to the long-term effects of tobacco smoking
3.Bronchitis:Bronchitis is inflammation of the bronchi (large and medium-sized airways) in the lungs.[1] Symptoms include coughing up mucus, wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest discomfort.[1] Bronchitis is divided into two types: acute and chronic.[1] Acute bronchitis is also known as a chest cold.[1]
4.Asthma:Asthma is a common long-term inflammatory disease of the airways of the lungs. It is characterized by variable and recurring symptoms, reversible airflow obstruction, and bronchospasm. Symptoms include episodes of wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath.
5.lung disease:Lung Diseases Affecting the Airways. The trachea (windpipe) branches into tubes called bronchi, which in turn branch to become progressively smaller tubes throughout the lungs. ... Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): Lung conditions defined by an inability to exhale normally, which causes difficulty breathing.
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Birth Defects
Sometimes, when pregnant women are exposed to chemicals or drink a lot of alcohol, harmful substances reach the fetus. Some of these babies are born with an organ, tissue or body part that has not developed in a normal way. Aspirin and cigarette smoking can also cause birth problems. Each year, about 150,000 babies born in the United States have defects. Many of these could be prevented.
Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions. More than 8 million Americans have cancer. Some of these are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and sunlight. People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
Fertility Problems
Fertility is the ability to produce children. However, one in eight couples has a problem. This can occur when a woman can't produce an egg, or when a man can't produce enough sperm. Infertility can be caused by infections that come from sexual diseases or from exposure to chemicals on the job or elsewhere in the environment. Researchers at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) have shown that too much caffeine in the diet can temporarily reduce a woman's fertility. NIEHS scientists have also pinpointed the days when a woman is likely to be fertile.
Immune Deficiency Diseases
The immune system fights germs, viruses and poisons that attack the body. It is composed of white blood cells and other warrior cells. When a foreign particle enters the body, these cells surround and destroy this "enemy." We have all heard of AIDS and the harm it does to the immune system. Some chemicals and drugs can also weaken the immune system by damaging its specialized cells. When this occurs, the body is more vulnerable to diseases and infections.
Kidney Diseases
About 3.5 million Americans have kidney diseases. These range from simple infections to total kidney failure. People with kidney failure cannot remove wastes and poisons from their blood. They depend on expensive kidney machines in order to stay alive. Some chemicals found in the environment can produce kidney damage. Some nonprescription drugs, when taken too often, can also cause kidney problems. Be sure to read the label and use drugs as directed.
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Birth Defects
Sometimes, when pregnant women are exposed to chemicals or drink a lot of alcohol, harmful substances reach the fetus. Some of these babies are born with an organ, tissue or body part that has not developed in a normal way. Aspirin and cigarette smoking can also cause birth problems. Each year, about 150,000 babies born in the United States have defects. Many of these could be prevented.
Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions. More than 8 million Americans have cancer. Some of these are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and sunlight. People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
Fertility Problems
Fertility is the ability to produce children. However, one in eight couples has a problem. This can occur when a woman can't produce an egg, or when a man can't produce enough sperm. Infertility can be caused by infections that come from sexual diseases or from exposure to chemicals on the job or elsewhere in the environment. Researchers at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) have shown that too much caffeine in the diet can temporarily reduce a woman's fertility. NIEHS scientists have also pinpointed the days when a woman is likely to be fertile.
Immune Deficiency Diseases
The immune system fights germs, viruses and poisons that attack the body. It is composed of white blood cells and other warrior cells. When a foreign particle enters the body, these cells surround and destroy this "enemy." We have all heard of AIDS and the harm it does to the immune system. Some chemicals and drugs can also weaken the immune system by damaging its specialized cells. When this occurs, the body is more vulnerable to diseases and infections.
Kidney Diseases
About 3.5 million Americans have kidney diseases. These range from simple infections to total kidney failure. People with kidney failure cannot remove wastes and poisons from their blood. They depend on expensive kidney machines in order to stay alive. Some chemicals found in the environment can produce kidney damage. Some nonprescription drugs, when taken too often, can also cause kidney problems. Be sure to read the label and use drugs as directed.
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Environmental diseases are illness and conditions that results from man made environmental problems. Such as,
01- Lung diseases
The polluted air causes damage to the lungs. Air pollution, second hand smoke and workplace chemicals lead to lung diseases. Lung diseases include; Asthma, Black lung disease, Bronchitis, Silicosis.
02- Cancer
Pesticides, herbicides, radioactive substances have the potential to cause cancer. There are almost 2000 chemicals that are suspected of causing cancer. People working in plastics manufacturing are at risk for liver or bladder cancer.
03- Gulf War Syndrome
GWS encompasses symptoms such as chronic fatigue, aching muscles, skin rashes, memory loss, miscarriage.
04- Birth defects
Infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, child cancer may have the links for various environmental toxins. Exposure to radiation can cause problems in developing fetus.
05- Chemical Poisoning
Lead affects children's mental and physical developments. High doses can cause paralysis and death. The metals can cause nerve damage , cancer, liver and skin diseases.
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B.th 3rd year
Environmental diseases are those diseases caused due to the environmental factors and are not transmitted through genes or by any other infection (Donald, 1991). This paper provides a brief description of the common environmental diseases. These include lung diseases, asthma, bronchitis, black lung disease, cancer and kidney diseases.
1.Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2. Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
3. Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
4. Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
5. Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009). People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
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1.Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2.Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
According to NAEPP (2007), some of the preventive measures against asthma are avoiding known triggers and substances that irritate the airways. Persons with asthma should also avoid air pollution, industrial dusts, and other irritating fumes as much as possible, beddings should also be covered with allergy-proof casings to reduce exposure to dust mites, houses should be kept clean and food in containers and out of bedrooms. This practices help reduce the possibility of cockroaches, which can trigger asthma attacks in some people also filtering material should be placed over the heating outlets to trap animal dander. In addition, tobacco smoke should be eliminated from home.
3.Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
4.Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
5.Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009). People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
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Environmental diseases are those diseases caused due to the environmental factors and are not transmitted through genes or by any other infection (Donald, 1991). This paper provides a brief description of the common environmental diseases. These include lung diseases, asthma, bronchitis, black lung disease, cancer and kidney diseases.
1.Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2. Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
3. Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
4. Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
5. Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009). People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
Environmental diseases are illness and conditions that results from man made environmental problems. Such as,
ReplyDelete01- Lung diseases
The polluted air causes damage to the lungs. Air pollution, second hand smoke and workplace chemicals lead to lung diseases. Lung diseases include; Asthma, Black lung disease, Bronchitis, Silicosis.
02- Cancer
Pesticides, herbicides, radioactive substances have the potential to cause cancer. There are almost 2000 chemicals that are suspected of causing cancer. People working in plastics manufacturing are at risk for liver or bladder cancer.
03- Gulf War Syndrome
GWS encompasses symptoms such as chronic fatigue, aching muscles, skin rashes, memory loss, miscarriage.
04- Birth defects
Infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, child cancer may have the links for various environmental toxins. Exposure to radiation can cause problems in developing fetus.
05- Chemical Poisoning
Lead affects children's mental and physical developments. High doses can cause paralysis and death. The metals can cause nerve damage , cancer, liver and skin diseases.
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Lung Diseases
Any substance other than air that is breathed into the lungs has the potential to cause damage to these organs. For example, air pollution, including smoke from other peoples' cigarettes (secondhand smoke), and workplace chemicals can lead to lung diseases. Examples of lung diseases include:
Asthma (AZ-ma), a condition in which breathing is difficult, affects millions of Americans. Environmental triggers for asthma are everywhere and include naturally occurring triggers such as animal dander, plant pollen, dust, and mold, and manmade triggers such as chemicals. Not everyone is sensitive to these triggers, but many people are sensitive to some of them.
Cancers
In addition to lung cancer, other cancers have been linked to environmental toxins (poisons). For example, pesticides, herbicides, and radioactive substances have the potential to cause cancer. There are almost 2,000 chemicals that are suspected of causing cancer. Of these, only several hundred have had their use restricted by law in the United States.
Gulf War Syndrome
Many United States veterans have complained about disabling symptoms that they attribute to their participation in the 1991 Persian Gulf War. Gulf War Syndrome encompasses symptoms such as chronic fatigue, aching muscles and joints, skin rashes, memory loss, miscarriages, and babies born with birth defects.
Gulf War Syndrome is a mysterious condition. While veterans are experiencing very real medical problems, physicians and scientists cannot agree on the source of these problems. Some people believe that the syndrome actually consists of multiple illnesses for which symptoms overlap. Veterans could be reacting to chemical weapons, biological weapons, pesticides, vaccines, oil fires, or infectious diseases that they were exposed to in the Gulf War. A presidential commission set up to study the controversy surrounding the Gulf War Syndrome proposed that stress was the major cause behind the symptoms the veterans were experiencing. A decade after it began, the controversy continues as conflicting reports emerge.
Birth Defects
Infertility * , miscarriage * , stillbirth (the baby is born dead), childhood cancer, and birth defects may have links to various environmental toxins. When a pregnant woman is exposed to lead, her child has a higher than usual risk of being born with behavior and nervous system problems. Exposure to radiation, chemical wastes, pesticides, solvents, paints, lead, and methyl mercury all can cause problems in a developing fetus * .
Chemical Poisonings
Lead is a serious environmental hazard to children in many parts of the world, including the United States. It affects children's mental and physical development, and high doses can cause paralysis and death. People can be exposed to lead through lead paint, leaded gasoline, lead water pipes, and certain ceramics. Although lead is no longer used in most of these products in the United States, it can still be found in older homes and in some imported products.
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Lung Diseases
Any substance other than air that is breathed into the lungs has the potential to cause damage to these organs. For example, air pollution, including smoke from other peoples' cigarettes (secondhand smoke), and workplace chemicals can lead to lung diseases. Examples of lung diseases include:
Asthma (AZ-ma), a condition in which breathing is difficult, affects millions of Americans. Environmental triggers for asthma are everywhere and include naturally occurring triggers such as animal dander, plant pollen, dust, and mold, and manmade triggers such as chemicals. Not everyone is sensitive to these triggers, but many people are sensitive to some of them.
Cancers
In addition to lung cancer, other cancers have been linked to environmental toxins (poisons). For example, pesticides, herbicides, and radioactive substances have the potential to cause cancer. There are almost 2,000 chemicals that are suspected of causing cancer. Of these, only several hundred have had their use restricted by law in the United States.
Gulf War Syndrome
Many United States veterans have complained about disabling symptoms that they attribute to their participation in the 1991 Persian Gulf War. Gulf War Syndrome encompasses symptoms such as chronic fatigue, aching muscles and joints, skin rashes, memory loss, miscarriages, and babies born with birth defects.
Gulf War Syndrome is a mysterious condition. While veterans are experiencing very real medical problems, physicians and scientists cannot agree on the source of these problems. Some people believe that the syndrome actually consists of multiple illnesses for which symptoms overlap. Veterans could be reacting to chemical weapons, biological weapons, pesticides, vaccines, oil fires, or infectious diseases that they were exposed to in the Gulf War. A presidential commission set up to study the controversy surrounding the Gulf War Syndrome proposed that stress was the major cause behind the symptoms the veterans were experiencing. A decade after it began, the controversy continues as conflicting reports emerge.
Birth Defects
Infertility * , miscarriage * , stillbirth (the baby is born dead), childhood cancer, and birth defects may have links to various environmental toxins. When a pregnant woman is exposed to lead, her child has a higher than usual risk of being born with behavior and nervous system problems. Exposure to radiation, chemical wastes, pesticides, solvents, paints, lead, and methyl mercury all can cause problems in a developing fetus * .
Chemical Poisonings
Lead is a serious environmental hazard to children in many parts of the world, including the United States. It affects children's mental and physical development, and high doses can cause paralysis and death. People can be exposed to lead through lead paint, leaded gasoline, lead water pipes, and certain ceramics. Although lead is no longer used in most of these products in the United States, it can still be found in older homes and in some imported products.
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B.Th 3rd
1 Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2. Kidney disease
Kidney Diseases
About 3.5 million Americans have kidney diseases. These range from simple infections to total kidney failure. People with kidney failure cannot remove wastes and poisons from their blood. They depend on expensive kidney machines in order to stay alive. Some chemicals found in the environment can produce kidney damage. Some nonprescription drugs, when taken too often, can also cause kidney problems. Be sure to read the label and use drugs as directed.
3. Birth defects
Infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, child cancer may have the links for various environmental toxins. Exposure to radiation can cause problems in developing fetus.
4. Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions. More than 8 million Americans have cancer. Some of these are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and sunlight. People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
5. Chemical Poisoning
Lead affects children's mental and physical developments. High doses can cause paralysis and death. The metals can cause nerve damage , cancer, liver and skin diseases
environmental diseases are diseases that can be directly attributed to environmental factors (as distinct from genetic factors or infection). Apart from the true monogenic genetic disorders, environmental diseases may determine the development of disease in those genetically predisposed to a particular condition. Stress, physical and mental abuse, diet, exposure to toxins, pathogens, radiation, and chemicals found in almost all personal care products and household cleaners are possible causes of a large segment of non-hereditary disease.
ReplyDelete1.Lung Diseases:
These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and.
2.Asthma:
Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by.
3.Bronchitis:
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke.
4.Black lung :
Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).
5.Cancer:
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight.
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ReplyDelete1. Kidney disease
About 3.5 million Americans have kidney diseases. These range from simple infections to total kidney failure. People with kidney failure cannot remove wastes and poisons from their blood. They depend on expensive kidney machines in order to stay alive. Some chemicals found in the environment can produce kidney damage. Some nonprescription drugs, when taken too often, can also cause kidney problems. Be sure to read the label and use drugs as directed.
2. Birth defects
Infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, child cancer may have the links for various environmental toxins. Exposure to radiation can cause problems in developing fetus.
3.Lung Diseases
Any substance other than air that is breathed into the lungs has the potential to cause damage to these organs. For example, air pollution, including smoke from other peoples' cigarettes (secondhand smoke), and workplace chemicals can lead to lung diseases.
4. Chemical Poisoning
Lead affects children's mental and physical developments. High doses can cause paralysis and death. The metals can cause nerve damage , cancer, liver and skin diseases
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ReplyDelete5. Cancer
Pesticides, herbicides, radioactive substances have the potential to cause cancer. There are almost 2000 chemicals that are suspected of causing cancer. People working in plastics manufacturing are at risk for liver or bladder cancer.
6. Bronchitis:
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke.
7. Asthma:
Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by.
8. Gulf War Syndrome
Many United States veterans have complained about disabling symptoms that they attribute to their participation in the 1991 Persian Gulf War. Gulf War Syndrome encompasses symptoms such as chronic fatigue, aching muscles and joints, skin rashes, memory loss, miscarriages, and babies born with birth defects.
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Birth Defects
Sometimes, when pregnant women are exposed to chemicals or drink a lot of alcohol, harmful substances reach the fetus. Some of these babies are born with an organ, tissue or body part that has not developed in a normal way. Aspirin and cigarette smoking can also cause birth problems. Each year, about 150,000 babies born in the United States have defects. Many of these could be prevented.
Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions. More than 8 million Americans have cancer. Some of these are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and sunlight. People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
Fertility Problems
Fertility is the ability to produce children. However, one in eight couples has a problem. This can occur when a woman can't produce an egg, or when a man can't produce enough sperm. Infertility can be caused by infections that come from sexual diseases or from exposure to chemicals on the job or elsewhere in the environment. Researchers at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) have shown that too much caffeine in the diet can temporarily reduce a woman's fertility. NIEHS scientists have also pinpointed the days when a woman is likely to be fertile.
Immune Deficiency Diseases
The immune system fights germs, viruses and poisons that attack the body. It is composed of white blood cells and other warrior cells. When a foreign particle enters the body, these cells surround and destroy this "enemy." We have all heard of AIDS and the harm it does to the immune system. Some chemicals and drugs can also weaken the immune system by damaging its specialized cells. When this occurs, the body is more vulnerable to diseases and infections.
Kidney Diseases
About 3.5 million Americans have kidney diseases. These range from simple infections to total kidney failure. People with kidney failure cannot remove wastes and poisons from their blood. They depend on expensive kidney machines in order to stay alive. Some chemicals found in the environment can produce kidney damage. Some nonprescription drugs, when taken too often, can also cause kidney problems. Be sure to read the label and use drugs as directed
Lung Diseases
ReplyDeleteAny substance other than air that is breathed into the lungs has the potential to cause damage to these organs. For example, air pollution, including smoke from other peoples' cigarettes (secondhand smoke), and workplace chemicals can lead to lung diseases. Examples of lung diseases include:
Asthma (AZ-ma), a condition in which breathing is difficult, affects millions of Americans. Environmental triggers for asthma are everywhere and include naturally occurring triggers such as animal dander, plant pollen, dust, and mold, and manmade triggers such as chemicals. Not everyone is sensitive to these triggers, but many people are sensitive to some of them.
Black lung disease is an illness in which coal miners' lungs become coated with coal dust, causing a chronic condition in which breathing becomes difficult and painful.
Bronchitis (brong-KY-tis), an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke. Welders and fire fighters are some of the people at risk for this condition. Smokers are also at increased risk for the development of bronchitis and lung cancer.
Breathing asbestos (a natural mineral fiber) can lead to asbestosis (as-bes-TO-sis), a severe lung disorder, and lung cancer. Schools, homes, and businesses that have asbestos in them as a fire retardant put people at risk when the asbestos dust begins to leak into the air during repairs and renovations. These buildings used asbestos in the walls and ceilings as insulation before laws were passed to ban their use.
Silicosis (sil-i-KO-sis) is a lung disease caused by exposure to the silica dust in clay. Pottery workers are at risk of developing this disease.
Cancers
In addition to lung cancer, other cancers have been linked to environmental toxins (poisons). For example, pesticides, herbicides, and radioactive substances have the potential to cause cancer. There are almost 2,000 chemicals that are suspected of causing cancer. Of these, only several hundred have had their use restricted by law in the United States.
Asbestos, chromium, and coal tar have been linked to lung cancer. Construction workers, welders, and steelworkers may be repeatedly exposed to these compounds. People working in plastics manufacturing are at risk for liver or bladder cancer. People who work with radioactive substances are at increased risk for cancer caused by radiation. Fortunately, legal restrictions and careful oversight of hazardous materials can reduce risks.
Lung Diseases
DeleteAny substance other than air that is breathed into the lungs has the potential to cause damage to these organs. For example, air pollution, including smoke from other peoples' cigarettes (secondhand smoke), and workplace chemicals can lead to lung diseases. Examples of lung diseases include:
Asthma (AZ-ma), a condition in which breathing is difficult, affects millions of Americans. Environmental triggers for asthma are everywhere and include naturally occurring triggers such as animal dander, plant pollen, dust, and mold, and manmade triggers such as chemicals. Not everyone is sensitive to these triggers, but many people are sensitive to some of them.
Black lung disease is an illness in which coal miners' lungs become coated with coal dust, causing a chronic condition in which breathing becomes difficult and painful.
Bronchitis (brong-KY-tis), an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke. Welders and fire fighters are some of the people at risk for this condition. Smokers are also at increased risk for the development of bronchitis and lung cancer.
Breathing asbestos (a natural mineral fiber) can lead to asbestosis (as-bes-TO-sis), a severe lung disorder, and lung cancer. Schools, homes, and businesses that have asbestos in them as a fire retardant put people at risk when the asbestos dust begins to leak into the air during repairs and renovations. These buildings used asbestos in the walls and ceilings as insulation before laws were passed to ban their use.
Silicosis (sil-i-KO-sis) is a lung disease caused by exposure to the silica dust in clay. Pottery workers are at risk of developing this disease.
Cancers
In addition to lung cancer, other cancers have been linked to environmental toxins (poisons). For example, pesticides, herbicides, and radioactive substances have the potential to cause cancer. There are almost 2,000 chemicals that are suspected of causing cancer. Of these, only several hundred have had their use restricted by law in the United States.
Asbestos, chromium, and coal tar have been linked to lung cancer. Construction workers, welders, and steelworkers may be repeatedly exposed to these compounds. People working in plastics manufacturing are at risk for liver or bladder cancer. People who work with radioactive substances are at increased risk for cancer caused by radiation. Fortunately, legal restrictions and careful oversight of hazardous materials can reduce risks.(Doman hansda15321034)
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What Are Environmental Diseases?Illnesses and conditions caused by factors in the environment are collectively called environmental diseases. Pesticides, chemicals, radiation, air pollution, and water pollution, are some of the manmade hazards that are believed to contribute to human illnesses. Potential illness-causing agents are everywhere: at home, at work, and at play. However, the likelihood of an individual developing a specific disease depends on the hazards present in their particular environment and their genetic susceptibility to a specific hazard. For example, x-ray technicians are at risk for radiation-induced illnesses, whereas coal miners are prone to lung diseases caused by inhalation of dust. Proper use of safeguards can prevent these and other environmental diseases.
Lung Diseases
Any substance other than air that is breathed into the lungs has the potential to cause damage to these organs. For example, air pollution, including smoke from other peoples' cigarettes (secondhand smoke), and workplace chemicals can lead to lung diseases.
Cancers
In addition to lung cancer, other cancers have been linked to environmental toxins (poisons). For example, pesticides, herbicides, and radioactive substances have the potential to cause cancer. There are almost 2,000 chemicals that are suspected of causing cancer. Of these, only several hundred have had their use restricted by law in the United States.
Chemical Poisonings
Lead is a serious environmental hazard to children in many parts of the world, including the United States. It affects children's mental and physical development, and high doses can cause paralysis and death. People can be exposed to lead through lead paint, leaded gasoline, lead water pipes, and certain ceramics. Although lead is no longer used in most of these products in the United States, it can still be found in older homes and in some imported products.
Birth Defects
Infertility*, miscarriage*, stillbirth (the baby is born dead), childhood cancer, and birth defects may have links to various environmental toxins. When a pregnant woman is exposed to lead, her child has a higher than usual risk of being born with behavior and nervous system problems. Exposure to radiation, chemical wastes, pesticides, solvents, paints, lead, and methyl mercury all can cause problems in a developing fetus*.
Gulf War Syndrome
Many United States veterans have complained about disabling symptoms that they attribute to their participation in the 1991 Persian Gulf War. Gulf War Syndrome encompasses symptoms such as chronic fatigue, aching muscles and joints, skin rashes, memory loss, miscarriages, and babies born with birth defects.
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Lung Diseases
Any substance other than air that is breathed into the lungs has the potential to cause damage to these organs. For example, air pollution, including smoke from other peoples' cigarettes (secondhand smoke), and workplace chemicals can lead to lung diseases. Examples of lung diseases include:
Asthma (AZ-ma), a condition in which breathing is difficult, affects millions of Americans. Environmental triggers for asthma are everywhere and include naturally occurring triggers such as animal dander, plant pollen, dust, and mold, and manmade triggers such as chemicals. Not everyone is sensitive to these triggers, but many people are sensitive to some of them.
Black lung disease is an illness in which coal miners' lungs become coated with coal dust, causing a chronic condition in which breathing becomes difficult and painful.
Bronchitis (brong-KY-tis), an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke. Welders and fire fighters are some of the people at risk for this condition. Smokers are also at increased risk for the development of bronchitis and lung cancer.
Breathing asbestos (a natural mineral fiber) can lead to asbestosis (as-bes-TO-sis), a severe lung disorder, and lung cancer. Schools, homes, and businesses that have asbestos in them as a fire retardant put people at risk when the asbestos dust begins to leak into the air during repairs and renovations. These buildings used asbestos in the walls and ceilings as insulation before laws were passed to ban their use.
Silicosis (sil-i-KO-sis) is a lung disease caused by exposure to the silica dust in clay. Pottery workers are at risk of developing this disease.
Cancers
In addition to lung cancer, other cancers have been linked to environmental toxins (poisons). For example, pesticides, herbicides, and radioactive substances have the potential to cause cancer. There are almost 2,000 chemicals that are suspected of causing cancer. Of these, only several hundred have had their use restricted by law in the United States.
Asbestos, chromium, and coal tar have been linked to lung cancer. Construction workers, welders, and steelworkers may be repeatedly exposed to these compounds. People working in plastics manufacturing are at risk for liver or bladder cancer. People who work with radioactive substances are at increased risk for cancer caused by radiation. Fortunately, legal restrictions and careful oversight of hazardous materials can reduce risks.
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5 types of environmental diseases are:-
1.Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2.Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
According to NAEPP (2007), some of the preventive measures against asthma are avoiding known triggers and substances that irritate the airways. Persons with asthma should also avoid air pollution, industrial dusts, and other irritating fumes as much as possible, beddings should also be covered with allergy-proof casings to reduce exposure to dust mites, houses should be kept clean and food in containers and out of bedrooms. This practices help reduce the possibility of cockroaches, which can trigger asthma attacks in some people also filtering material should be placed over the heating outlets to trap animal dander. In addition, tobacco smoke should be eliminated from home.
3.Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
4.Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
5.Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009). People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
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Five environmental diseases
1.Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2.Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
According to NAEPP (2007), some of the preventive measures against asthma are avoiding known triggers and substances that irritate the airways. Persons with asthma should also avoid air pollution, industrial dusts, and other irritating fumes as much as possible, beddings should also be covered with allergy-proof casings to reduce exposure to dust mites, houses should be kept clean and food in containers and out of bedrooms. This practices help reduce the possibility of cockroaches, which can trigger asthma attacks in some people also filtering material should be placed over the heating outlets to trap animal dander. In addition, tobacco smoke should be eliminated from home.
3.Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
4.Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
5.Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009). People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
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environmental diseases are diseases that can be directly attributed to environmental factors (as distinct from genetic factors or infection). ...Disease caused by physical factors in the environment, such as skin cancer caused by excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight.
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a class of diseases that involve the heart or blood vessels. Cardiovascular disease includes coronary artery diseases (CAD) such as angina and myocardial infarction (commonly known as a heart attack). Other CVDs include stroke, heart failure, hypertensive heart disease, rheumatic heart disease, cardiomyopathy, heart arrhythmia, congenital heart disease, valvular heart disease, carditis, aortic aneurysms, peripheral artery disease, thromboembolic disease, and venous thrombosis.
The underlying mechanisms vary depending on the disease in question.Coronary artery disease, stroke, and peripheral artery disease involve atherosclerosis. This may be caused by high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, lack of exercise, obesity, high blood cholesterol, poor diet, and excessive alcohol consumption, among others. High blood pressure results in 13% of CVD deaths, while tobacco results in 9%, diabetes 6%, lack of exercise 6% and obesity 5%.Rheumatic heart disease may follow untreated strep throat.
Lung Diseases
Any substance other than air that is breathed into the lungs has the potential to cause damage to these organs. For example, air pollution, including smoke from other peoples' cigarettes, and workplace chemicals can lead to lung diseases.
Cancers
In addition to lung cancer, other cancers have been linked to environmental toxins (poisons). Of these, only several hundred have had their use restricted by law in the United States.
Asbestos, chromium, and coal tar have been linked to lung cancer. People working in plastics manufacturing are at risk for liver or bladder cancer. People who work with radioactive substances are at increased risk for cancer caused by radiation. Fortunately, legal restrictions and careful oversight of hazardous materials can reduce risks.
Gulf War Syndrome
Gulf War Syndrome is a mysterious condition. While veterans are experiencing very real medical problems, physicians and scientists cannot agree on the source of these problems. Some people believe that the syndrome actually consists of multiple illnesses for which symptoms overlap. Veterans could be reacting to chemical weapons, biological weapons, pesticides, vaccines, oil fires, or infectious diseases that they were exposed to in the Gulf War. A presidential commission set up to study the controversy surrounding the Gulf War Syndrome proposed that stress was the major cause behind the symptoms the veterans were experiencing. A decade after it began, the controversy continues as conflicting reports emerge.
Chemical Poisonings
Lead is a serious environmental hazard to children in many parts of the world, including the United States. It affects children's mental and physical development, and high doses can cause paralysis and death. People can be exposed to lead through lead paint, leaded gasoline, lead water pipes, and certain ceramics. Although lead is no longer used in most of these products in the United States, it can still be found in older homes and in some imported products.
The metals mercury and cadmium can cause nerve damage, cancer, and liver and skin diseases. Mercury has been used since the beginning of the nineteenth-century in many industrial processes. In earlier times, people who worked with mercury were often unknowingly poisoned. Mercury can accumulate in the food chain and present a health risk. For example, some fish in the Great Lakes are contaminated with mercury they acquired through eating plants and other fish.
1.Explain any five Environmental Diseases.
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(1).Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
(2).Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
(3).Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
(4).Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
(5).Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009).
Lungs cancer
Lung cancer is one typical example of cancer. It is a malignant tumor that invades and obstructs the lung’s air passages (WHO, 2010). Cigarette smoking greatly increases the likelihood of a person developing lung cancer.
Kidney Diseases
According to National Center for Environmental Health (2009), Kidney diseases range from simple infections to total kidney failure. Individual with kidney failure cannot remove wastes and poisons from their blood. Cause of kidney diseases include chemicals found in the environment, using large numbers of over-the-counter pain relievers for a long time also using of drugs such as heroin and crack. Further more, toxins such as pesticides can also result in kidney problems (National Health Service, 2010).
1.Explain any five Environmental Diseases.
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(1).Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
(2).Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
(3).Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
(4).Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
(5).Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009).
Lungs cancer
Lung cancer is one typical example of cancer. It is a malignant tumor that invades and obstructs the lung’s air passages (WHO, 2010). Cigarette smoking greatly increases the likelihood of a person developing lung cancer.
Kidney Diseases
According to National Center for Environmental Health (2009), Kidney diseases range from simple infections to total kidney failure. Individual with kidney failure cannot remove wastes and poisons from their blood. Cause of kidney diseases include chemicals found in the environment, using large numbers of over-the-counter pain relievers for a long time also using of drugs such as heroin and crack. Further more, toxins such as pesticides can also result in kidney problems (National Health Service, 2010).
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1.Explain any five Environmental Diseases.
Environmental diseases are those diseases caused due to the environmental factors and are not transmitted through genes or by any other infection (Donald, 1991). Exposure to harmful chemicals, pesticides, radiation, air pollution and water pollution exposure to toxins, pathogens
Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking
Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009). People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
Lung cancer is one typical example of cancer. It is a malignant tumor that invades and obstructs the lung’s air passages (WHO, 2010). Cigarette smoking greatly increases the likelihood of a person developing lung cancer. Further more, exposure to asbestos increase the likely hood of one to contract lung cancer. The most common symptoms of lung cancer are cough, wheezing, unexplained weight loss, coughing up blood, and labored breathing. Other symptoms of lung cancer include shortness of breath, persistent chest pain, hoarseness, and anemia (Wechsler, 2009). People who develop these symptoms do not necessarily have lung cancer, but should consult a physician for advice (National Health Service, 2010).
Lung Diseases
ReplyDeleteAny substance other than air that is breathed into the lungs has the potential to cause damage to these organs. For example, air pollution, including smoke from other peoples' cigarettes (secondhand smoke), and workplace chemicals can lead to lung diseases. Examples of lung diseases include:
Asthma (AZ-ma), a condition in which breathing is difficult, affects millions of Americans. Environmental triggers for asthma are everywhere and include naturally occurring triggers such as animal dander, plant pollen, dust, and mold, and manmade triggers such as chemicals. Not everyone is sensitive to these triggers, but many people are sensitive to some of them.
Black lung disease is an illness in which coal miners' lungs become coated with coal dust, causing a chronic condition in which breathing becomes difficult and painful.
Bronchitis (brong-KY-tis), an
inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke. Welders and fire fighters are some of the people at risk for this condition. Smokers are also at increased risk for the development of bronchitis and lung cancer.
Breathing asbestos (a natural mineral fiber) can lead to asbestosis (as-bes-TO-sis), a severe lung disorder, and lung cancer. Schools, homes, and businesses that have asbestos in them as a fire retardant put people at risk when the asbestos dust begins to leak into the air during repairs and renovations. These buildings used asbestos in the walls and ceilings as insulation before laws were passed to ban their use.
Silicosis (sil-i-KO-sis) is a lung disease caused by exposure to the silica dust in clay. Pottery workers are at risk of developing this disease.
Cancers
In addition to lung cancer, other cancers have been linked to environmental toxins (poisons). For example, pesticides, herbicides, and radioactive substances have the potential to cause cancer. There are almost 2,000 chemicals that are suspected of causing cancer. Of these, only several hundred have had their use restricted by law in the United States.
Asbestos, chromium, and coal tar have been linked to lung cancer. Construction workers, welders, and steelworkers may be repeatedly exposed to these compounds. People working in plastics manufacturing are at risk for liver or bladder cancer. People who work with radioactive substances are at increased risk for cancer caused by radiation. Fortunately, legal restrictions and careful oversight of hazardous materials can reduce risks.I'd no 15321008 Reena murmu
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Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions. More than 8 million Americans have cancer. Some of these are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and sunlight. People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
Fertility Problems
Fertility is the ability to produce children. However, one in eight couples has a problem. This can occur when a woman can't produce an egg, or when a man can't produce enough sperm. Infertility can be caused by infections that come from sexual diseases or from exposure to chemicals on the job or elsewhere in the environment. Researchers at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) have shown that too much caffeine in the diet can temporarily reduce a woman's fertility. NIEHS scientists have also pinpointed the days when a woman is likely to be fertile.
Immune Deficiency Diseases
The immune system fights germs, viruses and poisons that attack the body. It is composed of white blood cells and other warrior cells. When a foreign particle enters the body, these cells surround and destroy this "enemy." We have all heard of AIDS and the harm it does to the immune system. Some chemicals and drugs can also weaken the immune system by damaging its specialized cells. When this occurs, the body is more vulnerable to diseases and infections.
Kidney Diseases
About 3.5 million Americans have kidney diseases. These range from simple infections to total kidney failure. People with kidney failure cannot remove wastes and poisons from their blood. They depend on expensive kidney machines in order to stay alive. Some chemicals found in the environment can produce kidney damage. Some nonprescription drugs, when taken too often, can also cause kidney problems. Be sure to read the label and use drugs as directed.
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.Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2.Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
According to NAEPP (2007), some of the preventive measures against asthma are avoiding known triggers and substances that irritate the airways. Persons with asthma should also avoid air pollution, industrial dusts, and other irritating fumes as much as possible, beddings should also be covered with allergy-proof casings to reduce exposure to dust mites, houses should be kept clean and food in containers and out of bedrooms. This practices help reduce the possibility of cockroaches, which can trigger asthma attacks in some people also filtering material should be placed over the heating outlets to trap animal dander. In addition, tobacco smoke should be eliminated from home.
3.Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
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1 Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2. Kidney disease
Kidney Diseases
About 3.5 million Americans have kidney diseases. These range from simple infections to total kidney failure. People with kidney failure cannot remove wastes and poisons from their blood. They depend on expensive kidney machines in order to stay alive. Some chemicals found in the environment can produce kidney damage. Some nonprescription drugs, when taken too often, can also cause kidney problems. Be sure to read the label and use drugs as directed.
3. Birth defects
Infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, child cancer may have the links for various environmental toxins. Exposure to radiation can cause problems in developing fetus.
4. Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions. More than 8 million Americans have cancer. Some of these are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and sunlight. People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
5. Chemical Poisoning
Lead affects children's mental and physical developments. High doses can cause paralysis and death. The metals can cause nerve damage , cancer, liver and skin diseases
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5 types of environmental diseases are:-
1.Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2.Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
According to NAEPP (2007), some of the preventive measures against asthma are avoiding known triggers and substances that irritate the airways. Persons with asthma should also avoid air pollution, industrial dusts, and other irritating fumes as much as possible, beddings should also be covered with allergy-proof casings to reduce exposure to dust mites, houses should be kept clean and food in containers and out of bedrooms. This practices help reduce the possibility of cockroaches, which can trigger asthma attacks in some people also filtering material should be placed over the heating outlets to trap animal dander. In addition, tobacco smoke should be eliminated from home.
3.Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
4.Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
5.Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009). People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
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Birth Defects
Sometimes, when pregnant women are exposed to chemicals or drink a lot of alcohol, harmful substances reach the fetus. Some of these babies are born with an organ, tissue or body part that has not developed in a normal way. Aspirin and cigarette smoking can also cause birth problems. Each year, about 150,000 babies born in the United States have defects. Many of these could be prevented.
Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions. More than 8 million Americans have cancer. Some of these are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and sunlight. People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
Dermatitis (dur-muh-TIE-tiss)
Dermatitis is a fancy name for inflamed, irritated skin. Many of us have experienced the oozing bumps and itching caused by poison ivy, oak and sumac. Some chemicals found in paints, dyes, cosmetics and detergents can also cause rashes and blisters. Too much wind and sun make the skin dry and chapped. Fabrics, foods, and certain medications can cause unusual reactions in some individuals. People can protect themselves from poison ivy by following a simple rule: "Leaves of three, leave them be." Smart folks know their poisons
Emphysema (EM-fuh-ZEE-ma)
Air pollution and cigarette smoke can break down sensitive tissue in the lungs. Once this happens, the lungs cannot expand and contract properly. This condition is called emphysema. About 2 million Americans have this disease. For these people, each breath is hard work. Even moderate exercise is difficult. Some emphysema patients must breath from tanks of oxygen.
Fertility Problems
Fertility is the ability to produce children. However, one in eight couples has a problem. This can occur when a woman can't produce an egg, or when a man can't produce enough sperm. Infertility can be caused by infections that come from sexual diseases or from exposure to chemicals on the job or elsewhere in the environment. Researchers at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) have shown that too much caffeine in the diet can temporarily reduce a woman's fertility. NIEHS scientists have also pinpointed the days when a woman is likely to be fertile.
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Lung Diseases
Any substance other than air that is breathed into the lungs has the potential to cause damage to these organs. For example, air pollution, including smoke from other peoples' cigarettes (secondhand smoke), and workplace chemicals can lead to lung diseases. Examples of lung diseases include:
Asthma (AZ-ma), a condition in which breathing is difficult, affects millions of Americans. Environmental triggers for asthma are everywhere and include naturally occurring triggers such as animal dander, plant pollen, dust, and mold, and manmade triggers such as chemicals. Not everyone is sensitive to these triggers, but many people are sensitive to some of them.
Black lung disease is an illness in which coal miners' lungs become coated with coal dust, causing a chronic condition in which breathing becomes difficult and painful.
Bronchitis (brong-KY-tis), an
inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke. Welders and fire fighters are some of the people at risk for this condition. Smokers are also at increased risk for the development of bronchitis and lung cancer.
Breathing asbestos (a natural mineral fiber) can lead to asbestosis (as-bes-TO-sis), a severe lung disorder, and lung cancer. Schools, homes, and businesses that have asbestos in them as a fire retardant put people at risk when the asbestos dust begins to leak into the air during repairs and renovations. These buildings used asbestos in the walls and ceilings as insulation before laws were passed to ban their use.
Silicosis (sil-i-KO-sis) is a lung disease caused by exposure to the silica dust in clay. Pottery workers are at risk of developing this disease.
Cancers
In addition to lung cancer, other cancers have been linked to environmental toxins (poisons). For example, pesticides, herbicides, and radioactive substances have the potential to cause cancer. There are almost 2,000 chemicals that are suspected of causing cancer. Of these, only several hundred have had their use restricted by law in the United States.
Asbestos, chromium, and coal tar have been linked to lung cancer. Construction workers, welders, and steelworkers may be repeatedly exposed to these compounds. People working in plastics manufacturing are at risk for liver or bladder cancer. People who work with radioactive substances are at increased risk for cancer caused by radiation. Fortunately, legal restrictions and careful oversight of hazardous materials can reduce risks
Explain any five Environmental Diseases.
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(1).Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
(2).Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
(3).Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
(4).Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
(5).Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009).
Lungs cancer
Lung cancer is one typical example of cancer. It is a malignant tumor that invades and obstructs the lung’s air passages (WHO, 2010). Cigarette smoking greatly increases the likelihood of a person developing lung cancer.
Kidney Diseases
According to National Center for Environmental Health (2009), Kidney diseases range from simple infections to total kidney failure. Individual with kidney failure cannot remove wastes and poisons from their blood. Cause of kidney diseases include chemicals found in the environment, using large numbers of over-the-counter pain relievers for a long time also using of drugs such as heroin and crack. Further more, toxins such as pesticides can also result in kidney problems (National Health Service, 2010).
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Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2. Kidney disease
Kidney Diseases
About 3.5 million Americans have kidney diseases. These range from simple infections to total kidney failure. People with kidney failure cannot remove wastes and poisons from their blood. They depend on expensive kidney machines in order to stay alive. Some chemicals found in the environment can produce kidney damage. Some nonprescription drugs, when taken too often, can also cause kidney problems. Be sure to read the label and use drugs as directed.
3. Birth defects
Infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, child cancer may have the links for various environmental toxins. Exposure to radiation can cause problems in developing fetus.
4. Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions. More than 8 million Americans have cancer. Some of these are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and sunlight. People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
5. Chemical Poisoning
Lead affects children's mental and physical developments. High doses can cause paralysis and death. The metals can cause nerve damage , cancer, liver and skin diseases
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Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2. Kidney disease
Kidney Diseases
About 3.5 million Americans have kidney diseases. These range from simple infections to total kidney failure. People with kidney failure cannot remove wastes and poisons from their blood. They depend on expensive kidney machines in order to stay alive. Some chemicals found in the environment can produce kidney damage. Some nonprescription drugs, when taken too often, can also cause kidney problems. Be sure to read the label and use drugs as directed.
3. Birth defects
Infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, child cancer may have the links for various environmental toxins. Exposure to radiation can cause problems in developing fetus.
4. Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions. More than 8 million Americans have cancer. Some of these are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and sunlight. People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
5. Chemical Poisoning
Lead affects children's mental and physical developments. High doses can cause paralysis and death. The metals can cause nerve damage , cancer, liver and skin diseases
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ENVIRONMENTAL DISEASES
1)Uranium Poisoning:
Uranium is a dangerous element because it is radioactive. This means it gives off high-energy particles that can go through the body and damage living tissue. A single high dose of radiation can kill. Uranium poisoning can damage the kidneys and interfere with the body’s ability to fight infection. While most people will never come in contact with uranium, those who work with medical x-rays or radioactive compounds are at risk.
2)Immune Deficiency Diseases:
The immune system fights germs, viruses and poisons that attack the body. It is composed of white blood cells and other warrior cells. When a foreign particle enters the body, these cells surround and destroy this “enemy.” We have all heard of AIDS and the harm it does to the immune system. Some chemicals and drugs can also weaken the immune system by damaging its specialized cells. When this occurs, the body is more vulnerable to diseases and infections.
3)Goiter :
Sometimes people don’t get enough iodine from the foods they eat. This can cause a small gland called the thyroid to grow larger. This is called goiter. Since the thyroid controls basic functions like growth and energy, goiter can produce a wide range of effects. Some goiter patients are unusually restless, nervous, sluggish and lethargic. Goiter became rare after public health officials decided that iodine should be added to salt.
4) Emphysema:
Air pollution and cigarette smoke can break down sensitive tissue in the lungs. Once this happens, the lungs cannot expand and contract properly. This condition is emphysema. For these people, each breath is hard work. Even moderate exercise is difficult. Some emphysema patients must breathe from tanks of oxygen.
5)Dermatitis:
It is a fancy name for inflamed, irritated skin.. Some chemicals found in paints, dyes, cosmetics and detergents can cause rashes and blisters. Too much wind and sun make the skin dry and chapped. Fabrics, foods, and certain medications can cause unusual reactions in some individuals.
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Five types of environmental diseases:-
1.Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2.Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
According to NAEPP (2007), some of the preventive measures against asthma are avoiding known triggers and substances that irritate the airways. Persons with asthma should also avoid air pollution, industrial dusts, and other irritating fumes as much as possible, beddings should also be covered with allergy-proof casings to reduce exposure to dust mites, houses should be kept clean and food in containers and out of bedrooms. This practices help reduce the possibility of cockroaches, which can trigger asthma attacks in some people also filtering material should be placed over the heating outlets to trap animal dander. In addition, tobacco smoke should be eliminated from home.
3.Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
4.Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
5.Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009). People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
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Sometimes, when pregnant women are exposed to chemicals or drink a lot of alcohol, harmful substances reach the fetus. Some of these babies are born with an organ, tissue or body part that has not developed in a normal way. Aspirin and cigarette smoking can also cause birth problems. Each year, about 150,000 babies born in the United States have defects. Many of these could be prevented.
Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions. More than 8 million Americans have cancer. Some of these are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and sunlight. People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
Fertility Problems
Fertility is the ability to produce children. However, one in eight couples has a problem. This can occur when a woman can't produce an egg, or when a man can't produce enough sperm. Infertility can be caused by infections that come from sexual diseases or from exposure to chemicals on the job or elsewhere in the environment. Researchers at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) have shown that too much caffeine in the diet can temporarily reduce a woman's fertility. NIEHS scientists have also pinpointed the days when a woman is likely to be fertile.
Immune Deficiency Diseases
The immune system fights germs, viruses and poisons that attack the body. It is composed of white blood cells and other warrior cells. When a foreign particle enters the body, these cells surround and destroy this "enemy." We have all heard of AIDS and the harm it does to the immune system. Some chemicals and drugs can also weaken the immune system by damaging its specialized cells. When this occurs, the body is more vulnerable to diseases and infections.
Kidney Diseases
About 3.5 million Americans have kidney diseases. These range from simple infections to total kidney failure. People with kidney failure cannot remove wastes and poisons from their blood. They depend on expensive kidney machines in order to stay alive. Some chemicals found in the environment can produce kidney damage. Some nonprescription drugs, when taken too often, can also cause kidney problems. Be sure to read the label and use drugs as directed.
Illnesses and conditions caused by factors in the environment are collectively called environmental diseases. Pesticides, chemicals, radiation, air pollution, and water pollution, are some of the manmade hazards that are believed to contribute to human illnesses. Potential illness-causing agents are everywhere: at home, at work, and at play. However, the likelihood of an individual developing a specific disease depends on the hazards present in their particular environment and their genetic susceptibility to a specific hazard. For example, x-ray technicians are at risk for radiation-induced illnesses, whereas coal miners are prone to lung diseases caused by inhalation of dust. Proper use of safeguards can prevent these and other environmental diseases.
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Lifestyle disease such as cardiovascular disease, diseases caused by substance abuse such as alcoholism, and smoking-related disease
Disease caused by physical factors in the environment, such as skin cancer caused by excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight
Disease caused by exposure to toxic or irritant chemicals in the environment such as toxic metals.
Most people are now area that many man-made toxins present in the environment, such as smog, cigarette smoke, chemicals, etc. can cause a whole host of diseases and illnesses in people, but not all environmental diseases have man-made origins. As much as some people love the environment, it can still make them sick. See the alphabetized topics below to learn about both man-made and natural environmental causes of disease. and some ideas for preventing or caring for them
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Five environmental diseases
1.Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2.Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
According to NAEPP (2007), some of the preventive measures against asthma are avoiding known triggers and substances that irritate the airways. Persons with asthma should also avoid air pollution, industrial dusts, and other irritating fumes as much as possible, beddings should also be covered with allergy-proof casings to reduce exposure to dust mites, houses should be kept clean and food in containers and out of bedrooms. This practices help reduce the possibility of cockroaches, which can trigger asthma attacks in some people also filtering material should be placed over the heating outlets to trap animal dander. In addition, tobacco smoke should be eliminated from home.
3.Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
4.Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
5.Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009). People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
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5 types of environmental diseases are:-
1.Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2.Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
According to NAEPP (2007), some of the preventive measures against asthma are avoiding known triggers and substances that irritate the airways. Persons with asthma should also avoid air pollution, industrial dusts, and other irritating fumes as much as possible, beddings should also be covered with allergy-proof casings to reduce exposure to dust mites, houses should be kept clean and food in containers and out of bedrooms. This practices help reduce the possibility of cockroaches, which can trigger asthma attacks in some people also filtering material should be placed over the heating outlets to trap animal dander. In addition, tobacco smoke should be eliminated from home.
3.Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
4.Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
5.Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009). People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
NAME:SIMON JAMATIA
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ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS
1..Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
2.Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions. Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight . People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agent.
3..Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
4..Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
5.Kidney Diseases
About 3.5 million Americans have kidney diseases. These range from simple infections to total kidney failure. People with kidney failure cannot remove wastes and poisons from their blood. They depend on expensive kidney machines in order to stay alive. Some chemicals found in the environment can produce kidney damage. Some nonprescription drugs, when taken too often, can also cause kidney problems. Be sure to read the label and use drugs as directed.
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ReplyDeleteFive environmental diseases
1.Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2.Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
According to NAEPP (2007), some of the preventive measures against asthma are avoiding known triggers and substances that irritate the airways. Persons with asthma should also avoid air pollution, industrial dusts, and other irritating fumes as much as possible, beddings should also be covered with allergy-proof casings to reduce exposure to dust mites, houses should be kept clean and food in containers and out of bedrooms. This practices help reduce the possibility of cockroaches, which can trigger asthma attacks in some people also filtering material should be placed over the heating outlets to trap animal dander. In addition, tobacco smoke should be eliminated from home.
3.Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
4.Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
5.Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009). People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
PREMI MURMU
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ENVIRONMENTAL DISEASE:-
1.) Allergies and Asthma (AZ-ma):
About 50 million people in the U.S. - one in five adults and kids - have allergies. They sneeze, their noses run and their eyes itch from pollen, dust and other substances. Some suffer sudden attacks that leave them breathless and gasping for air. This is allergic asthma. Asthma attacks often occur after periods of heavy exercise or during sudden changes in the weather. Some can be triggered by pollutants and other chemicals in the air and in the home. Doctors can test to find out which substances are causing reactions. They can also prescribe drugs to relieve the symptoms.
2.) Birth Defects:
Sometimes, when pregnant women are exposed to chemicals or drink a lot of alcohol, harmful substances reach the fetus. Some of these babies are born with an organ, tissue or body part that has not developed in a normal way. Aspirin and cigarette smoking can also cause birth problems. Each year, about 150,000 babies born in the United States have defects. Many of these could be prevented.
3.) Cancer:
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions. More than 8 million Americans have cancer. Some of these are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and sunlight. People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
4.) Heart Disease:
More than one in four Americans suffer from diseases of the heart and blood vessels. These diseases cause almost half of all deaths in the United States. While these may be due in part to poor eating habits and/or lack of exercise, environmental chemicals also play a role. While most chemicals that enter the body are broken down into harmless substances by the liver, some are converted into particles called free radicals that can react with proteins in the blood to form fatty deposits called plaques, which can clog blood vessels. A blockage can cut off the flow of blood to the heart, causing a heart attack.
5.) Kidney Diseases:
About 3.5 million Americans have kidney diseases. These range from simple infections to total kidney failure. People with kidney failure cannot remove wastes and poisons from their blood. They depend on expensive kidney machines in order to stay alive. Some chemicals found in the environment can produce kidney damage. Some nonprescription drugs, when taken too often, can also cause kidney problems. Be sure to read the label and use drugs as directed.
15313001
ReplyDeleteZeba. Kazi.
Environmental diseases are illness and conditions that results from man made environmental problems. Such as,
01- Lung diseases
The polluted air causes damage to the lungs. Air pollution, second hand smoke and workplace chemicals lead to lung diseases. Lung diseases include; Asthma, Black lung disease, Bronchitis, Silicosis.
02- Cancer
Pesticides, herbicides, radioactive substances have the potential to cause cancer. There are almost 2000 chemicals that are suspected of causing cancer. People working in plastics manufacturing are at risk for liver or bladder cancer.
03- Gulf War Syndrome
GWS encompasses symptoms such as chronic fatigue, aching muscles, skin rashes, memory loss, miscarriage.
04- Birth defects
Infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, child cancer may have the links for various environmental toxins. Exposure to radiation can cause problems in developing fetus.
05- Chemical Poisoning
Lead affects children's mental and physical developments. High doses can cause paralysis and death. The metals can cause nerve damage , cancer, liver and skin diseases.
MATTHEW THANMEI I.D NO 15345048
ReplyDeleteLung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2.Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
According to NAEPP (2007), some of the preventive measures against asthma are avoiding known triggers and substances that irritate the airways. Persons with asthma should also avoid air pollution, industrial dusts, and other irritating fumes as much as possible, beddings should also be covered with allergy-proof casings to reduce exposure to dust mites, houses should be kept clean and food in containers and out of bedrooms. This practices help reduce the possibility of cockroaches, which can trigger asthma attacks in some people also filtering material should be placed over the heating outlets to trap animal dander. In addition, tobacco smoke should be eliminated from home.
3.Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
4.Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
5.Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009). People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
Id:no: 15323011
ReplyDeletePooja Pillai
Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2.Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
According to NAEPP (2007), some of the preventive measures against asthma are avoiding known triggers and substances that irritate the airways. Persons with asthma should also avoid air pollution, industrial dusts, and other irritating fumes as much as possible, beddings should also be covered with allergy-proof casings to reduce exposure to dust mites, houses should be kept clean and food in containers and out of bedrooms. This practices help reduce the possibility of cockroaches, which can trigger asthma attacks in some people also filtering material should be placed over the heating outlets to trap animal dander. In addition, tobacco smoke should be eliminated from home.
3.Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
4.Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
5.Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009). People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
Ibandaline L. Nonglait
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Lung Diseases
Any substance other than air that is breathed into the lungs has the potential to cause damage to these organs. For example, air pollution, including smoke from other peoples' cigarettes (secondhand smoke), and workplace chemicals can lead to lung diseases.
• Asthma (AZ-ma), a condition in which breathing is difficult.
• Black lung disease is an illness in which coal miners' lungs become coated with coal dust, causing a chronic condition in which breathing becomes difficult and painful.
Cancers
In addition to lung cancer, other cancers have been linked to environmental toxins (poisons). For example, pesticides, herbicides, and radioactive substances have the potential to cause cancer. Asbestos, chromium, and coal tar have been linked to lung cancer. Construction workers, welders, and steelworkers may be repeatedly exposed to these compounds.
Birth Defects
Sometimes, when pregnant women are exposed to chemicals or drink a lot of alcohol, harmful substances reach the fetus. Some of these babies are born with an organ, tissue or body part that has not developed in a normal way. Aspirin and cigarette smoking can also cause birth problems. Each year, about 150,000 babies born in the United States have defects. Many of these could be prevented.
Goiter (GOY-ter)
Sometimes people don't get enough iodine from the foods they eat. This can cause a small gland called the thyroid to grow larger. The thyroid can become so large that it looks like a baseball sticking out of the front of your neck. This is called goiter. Since the thyroid controls basic functions like growth and energy, goiter can produce a wide range of effects. Some goiter patients are unusually restless and nervous. Others tend to be sluggish and lethargic. Goiter became rare after public health officials decided that iodine should be added to salt.
Malaria
Malaria is a life-threatening disease. It’s typically transmitted through the bite of an infected Anophelesmosquito. Infected mosquitoes carry the Plasmodium parasite. When this mosquito bites you, the parasite is released into your bloodstream.
Name: Senorita gade
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Kidney Diseases
According to National Center for Environmental Health (2009), Kidney diseases range from simple infections to total kidney failure. Individual with kidney failure cannot remove wastes and poisons from their blood. Cause of kidney diseases include chemicals found in the environment, using large numbers of over-the-counter pain relievers for a long time also using of drugs such as heroin and crack. Further more, toxins such as pesticides can also result in kidney problems (National Health Service, 2010).
Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009). People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
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ReplyDelete5 types of environmental diseases are:-
1.Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2.Asthma
According to National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (2007), Asthma is an inflammatory disorder of the airways, which causes attacks of wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. When an asthma attack occurs, the muscles surrounding the airways become tight and the lining of the air passages swells. This reduces the amount of air that can pass by (Wechsler, 2009). In sensitive people, asthma symptoms can be triggered by breathing in allergy-causing substances (called allergens or triggers) common asthma triggers include: Dust Chemicals in the air, food or Tobacco smoke (Fanta, 2009).
According to NAEPP (2007), some of the preventive measures against asthma are avoiding known triggers and substances that irritate the airways. Persons with asthma should also avoid air pollution, industrial dusts, and other irritating fumes as much as possible, beddings should also be covered with allergy-proof casings to reduce exposure to dust mites, houses should be kept clean and food in containers and out of bedrooms. This practices help reduce the possibility of cockroaches, which can trigger asthma attacks in some people also filtering material should be placed over the heating outlets to trap animal dander. In addition, tobacco smoke should be eliminated from home.
3.Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Chronic inhalation of irritating fumes or dust from occupational exposure or air pollution may also be causative agent. The most effective method of preventing chronic bronchitis and other forms of lung diseases is to avoid smoking cigarettes and other forms of tobacco (Goldsobel, 2010).
4.Black lung disease
According to National Health Service (2010), Black lung disease is a common name for any lung disease developing from inhaling coal dust. This name comes from the fact that those with the disease have lungs that look black instead of pink. Medically, it is a type of pneumoconiosis. There are two forms: simple, which is known as coal workers pneumoconiosis (CWP); and complicated, which is known as progressive massive fibrosis (PMF).Some of the preventive measures against Black lung disease are wearing a protective mask when working around coal, graphite, or man-made carbon mines. The other measure is more companies should enforce the maximum permitted dust levels.
5.Cancer
Cancer occurs when a cell or group of cells begins to multiply more rapidly than normal. As the cancer cells spread, they affect nearby organs and tissues in the body. Eventually, the organs are not able to perform their normal functions (Benivia, 2008). Some of the causes of cancer are caused by substances in the environment: cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation in sunlight (Wechsler, 2009). People can reduce their risk of getting cancer by limiting their exposure to these harmful agents.
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ReplyDelete1.Lung Diseases
Lung diseases are one of the most common environmental Diseases (WHO, 2010). These include: Asthma, Bronchitis, Lung cancer, Black lung disease, Silicosis cancers and. Some of these diseases have been linked to environmental toxins such as pesticides, herbicides, cigarette smoke, asbestos, radiation, natural and man-made chemicals, alcohol, and ultraviolet radiation from sunlight and radioactive substances some of which are present in the environment.
2.Kidney Diseases
According to National Center for Environmental Health (2009), Kidney diseases range from simple infections to total kidney failure. Individual with kidney failure cannot remove wastes and poisons from their blood. Cause of kidney diseases include chemicals found in the environment, using large numbers of over-the-counter pain relievers for a long time also using of drugs such as heroin and crack. Further more, toxins such as pesticides can also result in kidney problems (National Health Service
(3).Bronchitis
Bronchitis, an inflammation of the airways of the lungs, can be caused by breathing in certain chemicals or smoke (Hueston, 1997). According to Mosby (2004), smokers are at a increased risk for the development of chronic bronchitis thus most cases of chronic bronchitis are caused by smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco.
4.Birth defects
Infertility, miscarriage, stillbirth, child cancer may have the links for various environmental toxins. Exposure to radiation can cause problems in developing fetus.
5. Chemical Poisoning
Lead affects children's mental and physical developments. High doses can cause paralysis and death. The metals can cause nerve damage , cancer, liver and skin diseases