CARBON MONOXIDE

-An odorless,colorless,and toxic gas .It is common by-product of fuels that burn such as gasolines,diesel,propane,natural gas,and kerosene.Exhaust frominternal combustion engines also contains carbon monoxide.

 

HYDROCARBON

-In high concentration,hydrocarbons can cause cough,cancer,nauseas,body temeperature changes, and in extreme cases Death.

-found in motor oil,gasoline additives,kerosene,paint thinners,water proofing agents,and mineral,oil based cosmetics products.

 

NITROGEN OXIDE

-decreases resistance to infections such as flu and decreases the capacity of blood to deliver O2.

-produced by high-temperature fuel combustion

-Exposure to the high levels of nitrogen oxide can cause asthmaand other respiratory ailments.

 

SULFUR DIOXIDE

-a colorless gas that has a strong, pungent odor.It is formed the burning of sulfur-containing fuels.

-It can also worsen existing cardiovascular diseases such as bronchitis andit increases the morality rates of persons with cancer

 

ALCOHOL DRINKING

-Excessive alcohol intake can increase your blood pressure and can cause your heart musclesto thicken,stiffen, and abnormality,enlarge which weakens the heart and reduces its capacity to pump blood.

 

ASBESTOS

-A group of naturally occurring fibrous minerals. Used for industrious purposes.

-If inhaled through the nose or mouth,is resistant to the internal defenses of the body.

 

RADON

-A natural radio active that is found at low levels outdoors but can be high levels indoors

-When inhaled, radon gas can change into a radio active chemical which can cause various respiratory diseases such as lung cancer,emphysema,pulmonary fibrosis,and even genotoxic (CAUSING DAMAGE OF DNA) effects such as chromosomal aberrations once deposited in lungs.

 

ARSENIC

-a colorless poisonous chemical that affects the circulatory system.

-can found in various industries such as mining,wood preservations ,glass production, and electronic semi conductor that use inorganic arsenic and its compounds.

-foundin contaminated groundwater.

 

CYANIDE

-a toxic chemical w/c is used in fumigation,mining, and electroplating activities.

-this deadly chemical disrupts the ability of the body’s cells to use oxygen. This decrease in oxygen utilization damages the heart and the nervous system w/c can result in DEATH.

 

LACK OF AN SLEEP

-Can make a person more prone to cardiovascular ailments such as heart attack and heart failure. It can also cause high blood pressure or hypertension.

 

SOOT

-An atmospheric pollutant produced from burning materials such ascoalor wood. Materials that are being burned .

-can damage lung tissues and it also contains hydrocarbon.

 

METHYLENE CHLORIDE

-a colorless,non-flammable,and volatile liquid

-found in paint removers, industrial solvents, and fire extinguishers.

-has adverse effects on the heart,central nervous system,and liver.

 

ARRHYTHMIA

-An abnormality in the beating of the heart . The heartbeat of a person with this condition may be too fast, too slow ,or irregular

 

CONGENITAL HEART DEFECT

-An abnormality in the structure of the heart upon a child’s birth.

-defects may include a hole in the sepum or a displaced aorta.

 

CORONARY HEART DISEASE

-A disease that progresseswhen fatty deposits,calcium and scar tissues or plaque build up in the artery wchich supplies the heart with blood.

 

DISEASES OR DISORDERS OF THE CIRCULATORY SYSTEM

MYOCARDIAL INRFARCTION OR HEART ATTARCK

-happens when the coronary arteries or one of their smaller branches leading to a part of the heart muscle is blocked,usually caused by a blood clot.

-when this happens the part of the heart loses its blood andoxygen supplies.

 

BRONCHIAL ASTHMA

-a disease caused by the narrowing of the bronchial airways of the lungs w/c can lead to cough,wheezing,and difficulty in breathing.

-caused by allergens present in the surroundings.

 

BRONCHITIS

-An inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes caused by the infection of the viruses and bacteria.

-the disease is acquired through cigarette smoking and exposure to polluted air.

 

EMPHYSEMA

-an inflammation and damage to the air sacs of the lungs.

-caused by smoking and sometimes comes as an individual ages.

 

TUBERCOLOSIS

-an infectious disease caused by the bacterium MYCOBACTERIUM TUBERCOLOSIS.

-People suffering fromthis diseaseexperience fever,nights sweats , weight loss, and blood- stained sputum.

 

Diseases of the Respiratory System

 

LUNG CANCER

-The most common type of cancer in the world and one of the leading causes of cancer related deaths in the PHILIPPINES.

-Cancer occurs when cells g row anddivide uncontrollably,affecting the surroundings parts of the body.

-it is caused by smoking.

 

 

Taking care of the Circulatory and the Respiratory Systems

1. Exercise regularly

2. Eat balanced diet

3. Drink plenty of water

4. Protect yourself against air polluntants and harmful substances

5. Keep away from the bad habits

6. Practice good hygiene

7. Keep your surroundings clean

8. Get plenty of rest