[S1 E1] Breathless: The Hidden Toll of Air Pollution on Our Health (with Dr. Aneez Ahmed)

Air pollution's environmental impacts are well-documented, but what about its effects on our health? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Aneez Ahmed, a leading thoracic surgeon at Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital, to explore how air pollution impacts our bodies.

From inflammatory conditions and bronchitis to the concerning rise in lung cancer among non-smokers, Dr. Aneez Ahmed shares insights from 15 years of treating patients affected by poor air quality. We discuss who's most vulnerable, how air pollution affects not just our lungs but our entire body, including mental health, and practical steps for protection.

Learn why Jakarta's air pollution crisis may be even more serious than we think, and what we can do about it.