Be prepared
Find out how air pollution affects health.
Read up on what impact indoor and outdoor air pollution can have on you and your family's health.
Pollution alert system
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Be prepared by signing up for Oxfordshire air pollution alert system. Find out more about the air quality index to find out the current air quality level and advice on action to take. |
What is your local authority doing?
| Find out what your local councils are doing to address poor air quality |
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Inhalers and medication
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Always keep inhalers and medication available and take advantage of your annual review with your health care professional.
Asthma can flair up over the summer months when there are thunderstorms. Sign up to weather warnings to be ready. |
Air Pollution Calculator
| Take the Air Pollution quiz to find out your air pollution footprint |
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Home
Stay indoors during high pollution
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When air pollution is high avoid exposure, remaining indoors can reduce asthma symptoms |
Check the air quality index
| Check the air quality index to find out the current air quality level and advice on action to take. |
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Stay indoors during high pollution
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Review what might be sources of indoor air pollution that you can avoid, for example burning candles, incense and air freshners.
If someone you live with smokes and they’d like to quit get free support from Stop for Life.
If your home has a mould or cold problem get more advice here. |
Transport
Walking and cycling
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When walking and cycling choose quieter streets rather than main roads if possible |
Sunny weather
| During hot sunny weather ozone can be higher in the afternoon, if you are sensitive to air pollution avoid excise during the afternoon. Instead try gentle exercise in the morning when concentration are likely to be lower |
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Avoid rush hour
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If possible, avoid walking or cycling during rush hour when air pollution is likely to be higher |
| Find out what else you can do to reduce the amount of pollution. |
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