The role of air purifier in reducing indoor airborne particulate matter to improve respiratory health
Introduction: The recent surge in respiratory diseases has heightened concerns about air quality, particularly for individuals who spend most of their time indoors. Air purifiers, alongside good ventilation and self-protection are now among the preferred methods for ensuring clean and breathable air. Discussion: Reducing the levels of airborne pollutants is crucial for maintaining respiratory health, reducing the incidence of respiratory diseases, and preserving pulmonary function. Particulate matter (PM) serves as a key indicator of air quality. Conclusion: Air purifiers, such as those with High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters, are closely linked to improved air quality by effectively reducing particulate matter (PM), thereby offering long-term health benefits.
Authors
- Anastasia Kristy (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-0398-5380)
- Wayan Wahyu Semara Putra
Publication Details
- Journal
- Jurnal Prima Medika Sains
- Published
- 2024-12-31
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.34012/jpms.v6i2.6144
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Air Quality and Health Impacts
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.31