New York City Mayor Eric Adams and Dr. Ashwin Vasan, commissioner of the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, warn vulnerable New Yorkers to mask up if they have to go outside.
"The fine particulate matter in the air can get into people's lungs, cause inflammation and worsen conditions like asthma, chronic lung disease, orVasan said."Older adults may be particularly vulnerable due to declines in lung function and weaker immune systems. Children may also be more susceptible due to poor air quality because their lungs are still developing. Our guidance right now, our health guidance to all New Yorkers is to limit outdoor activity as much as possible.
Adams backed this up, advising"vulnerable New Yorkers" to stay inside, but if they"must go outdoors," to wear a high quality mask. "This is not the day to train for a marathon or to do an outside event with your children. Stay inside, close windows and doors, and use air purifiers," Adams said.
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