Investigation on People Cognition of Indoor Air Pollution and Human Health / 环境与健康杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective To know the cognition of residents of middle or small cities of China on adverse effects of indoor air pollution on human health.Methods 208 pupils of grade 2 to 4 were randomly selected in 2 primary schools in Taian city,and their parents were asked to fill in the questionnaires in May,2008.Results 72% of the total investigated families moved into their new houses within 3 months after the interior decoration was finished,and only 2% of the investigated families monitored the pollutants concentration after the decoration was finished.Most families hadn't the correct concepts on decoration pollution.52.88% of the investigated families considered that the newly decorated house should be safe if the green materials were used in the decoration.47.12% considered it was safe if no abnormal odor.39.42% said that indoor pollution could be eliminated by air refresher.55.76% to 62.5% of the investigated families hadn't the knowledge that furniture and fibrous materials may cause the indoor air pollution.As for the harm of decoration pollution,most families(above 50%) knew,but a few,such as cancer,leukemia and respiratory diseases.63.46% of the families did not really know China's policies and regulations on interior environment inspection.Conclusion In our country,it is very important for the prevention and control of the air pollution related diseases that the whole society should pay more attention to indoor air pollution and human health.