Amdavadis have developed high sensitivity to variations in climatic conditions and particulate matter of less than 10 micrometers in size (PM10) present in the city air. A new survey has found that 41.7% people suffer from some kind of allergy due to climate change and nitrates, sulfates, organic chemicals or dust particles present in the air.

A survey of 500 patients conducted by pulmonologist Dr Nitesh Shah has found that nearly 33.8% people have runny nose, watery eyes and itchy throat. One out of three people suffers from these symptoms every month.

While 44% people consult a doctor, 22% rely on home remedies and 20.3% seek the advice of a chemist..........Read more

Source web page: Times of India