10 Lung Cancer Causes
4. Air Pollution
There are a number of pollutants that can affect air quality. Industrial pollution may be the most obvious, but other chemicals, automotive exhaust and even dust can affect the quality of the air around you. Indoor and outdoor air quality is an important factor in your risk of contracting lung cancer.
Poor air quality can occur in any part of the world. While areas outside the United States may have lower air quality, there are many cities, neighborhoods and homes in the United States that have poor air quality. Find out how you can reduce the risks of air pollution by filtering your home’s air and avoiding certain highly polluted areas.
Advertisement
