Abstract :
Household air pollution is the degradation of household air quality by harmful chemicals and
other materials; it can be up to 10 times worse than outdoor air pollution. This is because
contained areas enable potential pollutants to build up more than open spaces. Statistics suggest
that in developing countries, health impacts of household air pollution far outweigh those of
outdoor air pollution. Household air pollution from solid fuels accounted for 3.5 million deaths
and 4.5% global daily-adjusted life year (DALY) in 2010; it also accounted for 16% particulate
matter pollution. HAP is 2nd in the top ten risk factors for death in India according to Global
Burden of Disease Registry, India data, WHO, 2013. This paper provides an evidence-based
review of Household air pollution, its effect on health, and suggested control measures.
Keyword :
Air Pollution, Household Air, Health Technology