Lahore Suffers Under Severe Smog Crisis With Record Respiratory Illnesses Rapid rise of respiratory ailments highlights public health emergency due to persistent pollution and weather patternsLahore, the heart of Pakistan's Punjab province, finds itself under siege yet again by thick, choking smog, plunging the city and its inhabitants deep within the grips of a severe health crisis. The data paints a grim picture of the public health emergency, particularly for Lahore, which has become the focal point of this crisis. The smog crisis unveils systemic environmental injustice, showing how those least responsible for emissions suffer the greatest consequences. The heavy toll on public health is particularly pronounced among vulnerable populations like children and the elderly, who are dealing with impaired respiratory health and diminished cognitive abilities. His remarks reflect the urgent tone among public health officials grappling with resources stretched thin by increasing patient numbers.

Source: The Express Tribune November 23, 2024 10:56 UTC