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Title Investigating the impact of air pollution on chronic disease in people living with HIV Degree of recognition International Media name/outlet https://www.bmh.manchester.ac.uk/stories/impact-air-pollution-chronic-disease-hiv/ Media type Web Country/Territory United Kingdom Date 14/04/25 Description Globally, air pollution is a leading cause of illness and mortality. In sub-Saharan Africa, it accounts for 5% of disability-adjusted life years (DALYs), with the impact likely even greater for people living with HIV (PLHIV), and other high-risk populations.
Our researchers are uncovering how air pollution exacerbates chronic diseases in people living with HIV (PLHIV), informing interventions to reduce health risks in Kenya and beyond.
Health challenges for people living with HIV
Kenya has 1.4 million PLHIV, with 17,000 new infections annually. While 94% of these individuals receive treatment, they remain at heightened risk of chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as cardiovascular and respiratory disease, diabetes and mental health conditions. They also face increased susceptibility to tuberculosis and pneumonia - risks that air pollution may intensify.
Understanding the impact of air pollution on these health outcomes is critical to developing strategies that mitigate risks and improve long-term wellbeing.Producer/Author Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health URL https://www.bmh.manchester.ac.uk/stories/impact-air-pollution-chronic-disease-hiv/ Persons Obuks Ejohwomu
Keywords
- Global Health
- HIV
- pollution
- LMICs