Central air conditioning is used in homes and businesses
worldwide, but many of central air's negative effects get little
recognition. Central air conditioning is essential in hot climates and
makes summertime more comfortable. However, central air conditioning can
aggravate certain health issues and contaminate the air with organic
particles. It has even been liked to the spread of disease.
Aggravates Respiratory Conditions
Central air conditioners create condensation on the
cooling coils and in drain pans that can grow microorganisms and mold. These
are spread throughout the home by the central air conditioning
ventilation system. People who suffer from asthma, bronchitis or other
respiratory illnesses can get serious lung infections, shortness of
breath, wheezing or other severe reactions. Mold from central air
conditioners can affect healthy individuals, causing wheezing, coughing
and upper respiratory tract symptoms.
Indoor Air Contamination
Indoor air pollutants might be greater than contaminated air outside.
Because people spend a majority of their time indoors, this increases
risk factors for people with respiratory problems and cardiovascular
disease. Central air conditioning units can spread indoor pollutants such
as bacteria, molds, mildew, viruses, pollen and animal dander. Outdoor
air is necessary to reduce the amount of air pollutants in the home.
Central air units do not bring fresh air into the home, and therefore
they do not help reduce the concentrations of indoor pollutants.
Can Cause Workplace Illness
In a study People working in office
buildings with central air conditioning had more symptoms of illness than
those who did not work in buildings with central air. The symptoms
included headache, fatigue, mucous membrane irritation, breathing
difficulties and skin irritations. The study noted that a likely
explanation is central air conditioning ventilation systems spread contaminants
in the air.
The term “Sick Building Syndrome” refers to symptoms associated with large numbers of people getting sick in a building, but when they leave the building, their symptoms disappear. The sicknesses might be caused by poor air conditioning ventilation system
The term “Sick Building Syndrome” refers to symptoms associated with large numbers of people getting sick in a building, but when they leave the building, their symptoms disappear. The sicknesses might be caused by poor air conditioning ventilation system
Risks:
§ Sudden
changes in temperature and humidity affect the respiratory system.
§ It has
a drying effect on skin and mucous membranes.
§ It adds
to ambient noise, contributing to noise pollution.
§ The air
circulation can transmit infectious respiratory diseases.
§ Airborne
dust and fungi can cause allergic reactions.
§ Air
conditioning is associated with chronic rhinitis and pharyngitis, throat
irritation and hoarseness.
§ Air
conditioning can exaccerbate eye conditions such as conjunctivitis and
blepharitis, as well as causing problems for contact lens wearers.
And the one thing i noted while joining accenture is that nowadays people
have become so addicted to airconditioning and it's abusively cool temperatures
are really hurting people who are not yet adapted to this environment. After my
very first month of joining itself i had to consult a doctor for getting away
with frequent colds and am still taking tablets to overcome this problem. THE
LAST THING I WOULD LIKE TO SAY ARE THE WORDS UTTERED BY MY DOCTOR " PEOPLE
PREFERRING EXTREMELY LOW TEMPERATURES OF AIR CONDITIONING WILL NOT FEEL THE
CONSEQUENCES IN YOUNGER AGE. BUT THEY WILL SURELY RETHINK ABOUT DOING IT
IN NEAR FUTURE"
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