Air pollution Health effects

• A person who ingests chemical toxins in their water can be at risk of:
• cancer
• hormone disruption
• altered brain function
• damage to immune and reproductive systems
• cardiovascular and kidney problems

• Swimming in contaminated water can also trigger:
• rashes
• pink eye
• respiratory infections
• hepatitis

Combatting water pollution

• A person who wishes to reduce water pollution can help by:
• reducing plastic usage and recycling plastics when possible
• disposing of household chemicals properly
• keeping up with the maintenance of their vehicle to ensure it is not leaking harmful substances
• avoiding using pesticides
• making sure to clean up dog waste
• making sustainable choices regarding food and drinks
• considering going vegan or vegetarian