Dust and Health

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Dust and Health is written by Ali Al-Dousari and published by Springer Nature. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 3031212096 (ISBN 10) and 9783031212093 (ISBN 13).

This book discusses the sources, human health hazards and risk prevention strategies associated with aeolian dust particles (fine and ultrafine) in the atmosphere. It covers the challenges of accurately forecasting aeolian dust and the need to raise public awareness on the warning signs and harmful impacts of airborne dust. Also discussed is the presence of microorganisms, heavy metals and other pollutants in dust which contributes to harmful impacts on human health as well as management and treatment options for the various health issues that can result from exposure. The book is a useful resource for scientists, engineers and policymakers interested in dust and health.