Advancing air quality policy through innovation, research, and youth engagement is the theme of an international summit on climate change/air pollution. This summit is coming at the right time because air pollution is no longer just a respiratory threat but also a contributor to heart attacks and cardiovascular diseases, according to health experts.
Air Pollution is a Major Contributor to Heart Attacks
At a recent summit in New Delhi, the frequently overlooked link between air quality and heart health was highlighted. Furthermore, the common perception that ties pollution to lung diseases is more than that, as air pollution kills primarily through cardiovascular diseases. For instance, the fine particulate matter, known as PM2.5, penetrates deep into the bloodstream and oxidizes cholesterol, which triggers plaque ruptures that may lead to acute heart attacks, according to Sandeep Bansal, Medical Superintendent of VMMC and Safdarjung Hospital. Bansal stated further;
We need to understand that air pollution is now the third leading cause of death globally. It is crucial to come together and find effective, sustainable solutions to combat this crisis and protect heart health.
The Nigerian Heart Foundation and University of Manchester Meeting on Climate Change/Air Pollution
Given global health concerns for air pollution impact on health, particularly heart disease, the Nigerian Heart Foundation, in collaboration with the University of Manchester, UK, is organising an international meeting on climate change/air pollution on Thursday, 24th April 2025, commencing 9.00 am to 2.00 pm. Venue: Nigerian Institute of Medical Research, Yaba, Lagos State, Nigeria.
Theme:
Advancing air quality policy through innovation, research, and youth engagement
Sub Theme:
· Air Quality Monitoring in Nigeria: Progress and Innovation
· Promotion of Awareness on Air Quality in Schools
· Air Quality Monitoring Competition in Schools in 2022 and 2023
· Empowering Communities in Kenya: The Improved Cook Stove Story
· The Link between Air Pollution and Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs)
· SQUARE’s Research on Scientific Insights into Public Health Impacts
· From Policy to Action: Roles of Policy Makers and Mass Media
Who Should Attend
Researchers, Academics, Policy Makers, Government, Diplomatic Missions, CSOs, Media, Regulatory Agencies
How to Participate
Registration is compulsory. So register through the link https://forms.gle/46ELMbvVRjhRSue87 or scan the barcode (on the banner poster).
Contacts
Prof Adebayo Adeyemi (Nigerian Heart Foundation)
Prof Obuks Ejohwomu (University of Manchester, UK)
Mrs Oluyemisi Job (Nigerian Heart Foundation)
