Dialogues in Health (Dec 2024)

Blurred vision: The ophthalmological effect of smog in Pakistan

  • Zoya Ejaz,
  • Faizan Masood,
  • Arsalan Nadeem,
  • Abdullah Ahmed,
  • Eeman Ahmad,
  • Mahrukh Chaudhry

Journal volume & issue
Vol. 5
p. 100199

Abstract

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This article discusses the growing burden of smog in Pakistan, tracing its origins to vehicular emissions, industrial pollutants, and agricultural practices. It highlights current national initiatives and advocates for enhanced government interventions to mitigate smog's adverse effects on ocular health. It also emphasizes the need for collective action to safeguard ocular health amid rising smog pollution in Pakistan.

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