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Traveling to heavily polluted city, what practical measures can I take to minimize impact?
How to protect one's lungs while driving a motorcycle through heavily polluted cities?Can I take my liquid medication on a plane?How can I avoid or minimize jet lag?What first aid material and medicines are absolutely essential when traveling?What medical supplies should I take with me on a walking / biking trip in New Zealand?What is the closest city I can go from a bullet train departing from Beijing?Can we take three laptops?Which vaccines are important take when traveling to the United States?What is the typhoid fever risk for an un-vaccinated toddler in Mexico City?I am traveling to Delhi, Aizawl and Mizoram in December. Is it necessary to take anti-malaria pills during this time of year?Where can I get the best and most durable water filter for a bottle while traveling. I'm currently in the Republic of Georgia
I have an upcoming business trip to Gurugram (Gurgaon), a suburb of Delhi which holds the dubious distinction of being the most polluted city in the world: https://www.hindustantimes.com/delhi-news/for-polluted-ncr-cities-it-s-time-to-act-now-say-experts/story-0lblewjb64a1r7KmaX1iWP.html
As a traveller, what measures can I take to minimize the impact of pollution? Open to any practical options (portable devices, rental, hotels with reliable filtration systems), but some caveats:
- I'll be holding talks, meeting customers etc during the day, so wearing masks is not feasible.
- I'm interested specifically in reducing particulate matter (PM2.5 etc), and would also like a way to measure their actual current concentration in hotel/office so I can judge both risk and effectiveness.
- I'm not open to pseudoscientific junk like negative ions, ozone generators, UV lights, etc.
- "Portable" means fits comfortably in carry-on baggage, so lugging along a full-size purifier is not an option.
And yes, I'm aware that a few days are unlikely to kill me (I don't have asthma etc), but if there are sensible measures I can take, why not?
For calibration purposes, I've been to Beijing & Xi'an last year in summer (not too bad) and Delhi/Gurgaon in the winter about 10 years ago. Gurgaon was terrible back then (see own photo below) and apparently it's much worse now....
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I have an upcoming business trip to Gurugram (Gurgaon), a suburb of Delhi which holds the dubious distinction of being the most polluted city in the world: https://www.hindustantimes.com/delhi-news/for-polluted-ncr-cities-it-s-time-to-act-now-say-experts/story-0lblewjb64a1r7KmaX1iWP.html
As a traveller, what measures can I take to minimize the impact of pollution? Open to any practical options (portable devices, rental, hotels with reliable filtration systems), but some caveats:
- I'll be holding talks, meeting customers etc during the day, so wearing masks is not feasible.
- I'm interested specifically in reducing particulate matter (PM2.5 etc), and would also like a way to measure their actual current concentration in hotel/office so I can judge both risk and effectiveness.
- I'm not open to pseudoscientific junk like negative ions, ozone generators, UV lights, etc.
- "Portable" means fits comfortably in carry-on baggage, so lugging along a full-size purifier is not an option.
And yes, I'm aware that a few days are unlikely to kill me (I don't have asthma etc), but if there are sensible measures I can take, why not?
For calibration purposes, I've been to Beijing & Xi'an last year in summer (not too bad) and Delhi/Gurgaon in the winter about 10 years ago. Gurgaon was terrible back then (see own photo below) and apparently it's much worse now....
india china health
asked 8 hours ago
jpatokaljpatokal
116k18363523
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You could probably wear a mask when not conducting business. Eg when in transit or walking around.
– Roddy of the Frozen Peas
7 hours ago
Wear a mask when you're outdoors. That said, a few days in Beijing usually won't have many adverse effects.
– xuq01
6 hours ago
While not a duplicate, look at this answer in which I identified the N-95 mask that does remove 95% of fine particles, and which are readily available on Amazon (Australia, correct?)
– Giorgio
5 hours ago
add a comment |
I have an upcoming business trip to Gurugram (Gurgaon), a suburb of Delhi which holds the dubious distinction of being the most polluted city in the world: https://www.hindustantimes.com/delhi-news/for-polluted-ncr-cities-it-s-time-to-act-now-say-experts/story-0lblewjb64a1r7KmaX1iWP.html
As a traveller, what measures can I take to minimize the impact of pollution? Open to any practical options (portable devices, rental, hotels with reliable filtration systems), but some caveats:
- I'll be holding talks, meeting customers etc during the day, so wearing masks is not feasible.
- I'm interested specifically in reducing particulate matter (PM2.5 etc), and would also like a way to measure their actual current concentration in hotel/office so I can judge both risk and effectiveness.
- I'm not open to pseudoscientific junk like negative ions, ozone generators, UV lights, etc.
- "Portable" means fits comfortably in carry-on baggage, so lugging along a full-size purifier is not an option.
And yes, I'm aware that a few days are unlikely to kill me (I don't have asthma etc), but if there are sensible measures I can take, why not?
For calibration purposes, I've been to Beijing & Xi'an last year in summer (not too bad) and Delhi/Gurgaon in the winter about 10 years ago. Gurgaon was terrible back then (see own photo below) and apparently it's much worse now....
india china health
asked 8 hours ago
jpatokaljpatokal
116k18363523
I have an upcoming business trip to Gurugram (Gurgaon), a suburb of Delhi which holds the dubious distinction of being the most polluted city in the world: https://www.hindustantimes.com/delhi-news/for-polluted-ncr-cities-it-s-time-to-act-now-say-experts/story-0lblewjb64a1r7KmaX1iWP.html
As a traveller, what measures can I take to minimize the impact of pollution? Open to any practical options (portable devices, rental, hotels with reliable filtration systems), but some caveats:
- I'll be holding talks, meeting customers etc during the day, so wearing masks is not feasible.
- I'm interested specifically in reducing particulate matter (PM2.5 etc), and would also like a way to measure their actual current concentration in hotel/office so I can judge both risk and effectiveness.
- I'm not open to pseudoscientific junk like negative ions, ozone generators, UV lights, etc.
- "Portable" means fits comfortably in carry-on baggage, so lugging along a full-size purifier is not an option.
And yes, I'm aware that a few days are unlikely to kill me (I don't have asthma etc), but if there are sensible measures I can take, why not?
For calibration purposes, I've been to Beijing & Xi'an last year in summer (not too bad) and Delhi/Gurgaon in the winter about 10 years ago. Gurgaon was terrible back then (see own photo below) and apparently it's much worse now....
india china health
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You could probably wear a mask when not conducting business. Eg when in transit or walking around.
– Roddy of the Frozen Peas
7 hours ago
Wear a mask when you're outdoors. That said, a few days in Beijing usually won't have many adverse effects.
– xuq01
6 hours ago
While not a duplicate, look at this answer in which I identified the N-95 mask that does remove 95% of fine particles, and which are readily available on Amazon (Australia, correct?)
– Giorgio
5 hours ago
add a comment |
1
You could probably wear a mask when not conducting business. Eg when in transit or walking around.
– Roddy of the Frozen Peas
7 hours ago
Wear a mask when you're outdoors. That said, a few days in Beijing usually won't have many adverse effects.
– xuq01
6 hours ago
While not a duplicate, look at this answer in which I identified the N-95 mask that does remove 95% of fine particles, and which are readily available on Amazon (Australia, correct?)
– Giorgio
5 hours ago
1
1
You could probably wear a mask when not conducting business. Eg when in transit or walking around.
– Roddy of the Frozen Peas
7 hours ago
You could probably wear a mask when not conducting business. Eg when in transit or walking around.
– Roddy of the Frozen Peas
7 hours ago
Wear a mask when you're outdoors. That said, a few days in Beijing usually won't have many adverse effects.
– xuq01
6 hours ago
Wear a mask when you're outdoors. That said, a few days in Beijing usually won't have many adverse effects.
– xuq01
6 hours ago
While not a duplicate, look at this answer in which I identified the N-95 mask that does remove 95% of fine particles, and which are readily available on Amazon (Australia, correct?)
– Giorgio
5 hours ago
While not a duplicate, look at this answer in which I identified the N-95 mask that does remove 95% of fine particles, and which are readily available on Amazon (Australia, correct?)
– Giorgio
5 hours ago
add a comment |
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I visit this area twice a year. Assuming you can't change your time of the year to visit - some months are better than others - unfortunately the only thing you can do is to physically limit the time you are present there. Such as flying in in the morning, having your meetings, and flying out as soon as they finish. Or hope the storm comes through right before your tip.
Masks don't help as pollution particles are too small. Neither does hotel air filtration systems. The mobile apps such as Air Quality would show the air quality index. But it's quite depressing to look at those numbers, and at those levels you see pollution levels with your eyes anyway.
Make sure you pack the headache pills, it really hurts after some time. Pack sleeping pills if you intend to stay overnight, as you'd have hard time getting asleep.
answered 6 hours ago
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Can you add which months are better than others?
– Stephan Kolassa
26 mins ago
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Living in Chengdu, China for a pair of years, the only thing that bothered me on especially polluted days was how it affected my eyes. If it is really thick it can be a little uncomfortable, so you would be good to carry around some eye drops to help clear your vision / head.
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I visit this area twice a year. Assuming you can't change your time of the year to visit - some months are better than others - unfortunately the only thing you can do is to physically limit the time you are present there. Such as flying in in the morning, having your meetings, and flying out as soon as they finish. Or hope the storm comes through right before your tip.
Masks don't help as pollution particles are too small. Neither does hotel air filtration systems. The mobile apps such as Air Quality would show the air quality index. But it's quite depressing to look at those numbers, and at those levels you see pollution levels with your eyes anyway.
Make sure you pack the headache pills, it really hurts after some time. Pack sleeping pills if you intend to stay overnight, as you'd have hard time getting asleep.
answered 6 hours ago
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Can you add which months are better than others?
– Stephan Kolassa
26 mins ago
add a comment |
I visit this area twice a year. Assuming you can't change your time of the year to visit - some months are better than others - unfortunately the only thing you can do is to physically limit the time you are present there. Such as flying in in the morning, having your meetings, and flying out as soon as they finish. Or hope the storm comes through right before your tip.
Masks don't help as pollution particles are too small. Neither does hotel air filtration systems. The mobile apps such as Air Quality would show the air quality index. But it's quite depressing to look at those numbers, and at those levels you see pollution levels with your eyes anyway.
Make sure you pack the headache pills, it really hurts after some time. Pack sleeping pills if you intend to stay overnight, as you'd have hard time getting asleep.
answered 6 hours ago
George Y.George Y.
20k13479
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Can you add which months are better than others?
– Stephan Kolassa
26 mins ago
add a comment |
I visit this area twice a year. Assuming you can't change your time of the year to visit - some months are better than others - unfortunately the only thing you can do is to physically limit the time you are present there. Such as flying in in the morning, having your meetings, and flying out as soon as they finish. Or hope the storm comes through right before your tip.
Masks don't help as pollution particles are too small. Neither does hotel air filtration systems. The mobile apps such as Air Quality would show the air quality index. But it's quite depressing to look at those numbers, and at those levels you see pollution levels with your eyes anyway.
Make sure you pack the headache pills, it really hurts after some time. Pack sleeping pills if you intend to stay overnight, as you'd have hard time getting asleep.
answered 6 hours ago
George Y.George Y.
20k13479
I visit this area twice a year. Assuming you can't change your time of the year to visit - some months are better than others - unfortunately the only thing you can do is to physically limit the time you are present there. Such as flying in in the morning, having your meetings, and flying out as soon as they finish. Or hope the storm comes through right before your tip.
Masks don't help as pollution particles are too small. Neither does hotel air filtration systems. The mobile apps such as Air Quality would show the air quality index. But it's quite depressing to look at those numbers, and at those levels you see pollution levels with your eyes anyway.
Make sure you pack the headache pills, it really hurts after some time. Pack sleeping pills if you intend to stay overnight, as you'd have hard time getting asleep.
answered 6 hours ago
George Y.George Y.
20k13479
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Living in Chengdu, China for a pair of years, the only thing that bothered me on especially polluted days was how it affected my eyes. If it is really thick it can be a little uncomfortable, so you would be good to carry around some eye drops to help clear your vision / head.
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Living in Chengdu, China for a pair of years, the only thing that bothered me on especially polluted days was how it affected my eyes. If it is really thick it can be a little uncomfortable, so you would be good to carry around some eye drops to help clear your vision / head.
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Living in Chengdu, China for a pair of years, the only thing that bothered me on especially polluted days was how it affected my eyes. If it is really thick it can be a little uncomfortable, so you would be good to carry around some eye drops to help clear your vision / head.
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Living in Chengdu, China for a pair of years, the only thing that bothered me on especially polluted days was how it affected my eyes. If it is really thick it can be a little uncomfortable, so you would be good to carry around some eye drops to help clear your vision / head.
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You could probably wear a mask when not conducting business. Eg when in transit or walking around.
– Roddy of the Frozen Peas
7 hours ago
Wear a mask when you're outdoors. That said, a few days in Beijing usually won't have many adverse effects.
– xuq01
6 hours ago
While not a duplicate, look at this answer in which I identified the N-95 mask that does remove 95% of fine particles, and which are readily available on Amazon (Australia, correct?)
– Giorgio
5 hours ago