BROOKLINE, Mass. — For the past several years, 75-year-old Miguel Laboy has smoked a joint with his coffee every morning. He tells himself he won't start tomorrow the same way, but he usually does. “You know what bothers me? To have cannabis on my mind the first thing in the morning
Delhi’s AQI Crosses 400: Doctors Warn Of Rising Health Risks As GRAP-III Kicks In
Delhi’s AQI Crosses 400: Doctors Warn Of Rising Health Risks As GRAP-III Kicks In
Delhi's air has once again turned hazardous. As of November 11, 2025, the city's average Air Quality Index (AQI) soared to 425, officially placing it in the ‘Severe' category. In response, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has enforced Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across the Delhi-NCR region.
GRAP-III phase activates stringent curbs – from a ban on non-essential construction and demolition to the prohibition of BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel four-wheelers, alongside restrictions on the use of diesel generator sets. While these steps aim to curb emissions, the health implications of breathing this toxic air are immediate and alarming.
The current pollution spike is not just an environmental issue. It's a full-blown public health emergency. According to Dr. Kuldeep Kumar Grover, Head of Critical Care and Pulmonology at CK Birla Hospital, Gurgaon, the most vulnerable are children, pregnant women, and the elderly, along with those suffering from asthma, COPD, or heart disease.
“The risk of severe pneumonia and ICU admissions is very real. Short-term exposure can cause coughing, wheezing, headaches, dizziness, and irritation in the eyes, nose, and throat. But long-term exposure has been linked to chronic respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, lung cancer, and even neurological and developmental issues in children," Dr. Grover warned.
Echoing these concerns, Dr. Vikas Maurya, Senior Director & HOD – Respiratory Medicine & Respiratory Critical Care, Fortis Hospital Shalimar Bagh, said the current situation requires serious caution.
“Even healthy individuals may experience irritation or shortness of breath during severe pollution phases. Those with pre-existing lung or heart conditions should avoid outdoor exposure, wear N95/N99 masks, and maintain clean indoor air with purifiers and proper ventilation," Dr. Maurya noted.
He added that parents must be especially vigilant since children's lungs are still developing, making them more susceptible to long-term respiratory damage.
Precautionary tips include:
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While GRAP Stage III restrictions are critical for curbing emissions, individual precautions remain the first line of defence. Protecting vulnerable populations today can prevent far more serious health consequences tomorrow.
Source: News18
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BROOKLINE, Mass. — For the past several years, 75-year-old Miguel Laboy has smoked a joint with his coffee every morning. He tells himself he won't start tomorrow the same way, but he usually does. “You know what bothers me? To have cannabis on my mind the first thing in the morning
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