Patients and pollution: The science and best practices for care providers’ advice
Presented at the European Respiratory Society Congress 2025, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
30 September 2025 | 12:45–13:45 | RAI Amsterdam, Room 3B
Air pollution remains a critical global health threat, contributing to over 8 million deaths annually and disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations. In this symposium, The Clean Breathing Institute (TCBI) presents new insights from a global study on healthcare professionals’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding air pollution and respiratory health.
The session highlights the urgent need for clinical integration of air pollution advice, identifies key competency gaps, and proposes actionable strategies to empower healthcare providers and patients. By fostering awareness, education, and collaboration, this symposium supports TCBI’s mission to reduce the impact of airborne aggressors and promote clean breathing for all.
Speakers and presentation titles:
Mauro Cavinato
Welcome and introduction
Prof. Christopher Carlsten
Is advice on air pollution a clinical priority?
Explores the health burden of air pollution and the barriers preventing clinicians from discussing it with patients.
Prof. Gary WK Wong
Designing a global study: HCPs, air pollution and patient care
Presents findings from a multi-country survey on healthcare professionals’ knowledge and practices.
Dr. Sundeep Salvi
HCPs’ perspectives on air pollution and the impact on respiratory health
Highlights gaps in knowledge, competency, and performance, and discusses potential interventions.
Prof. Fan Chung
Integrating air pollution advice into patient care
Outlines strategies for embedding environmental health into clinical practice and policy advocacy.
All Faculty
Audience Q&A and Closing Discussion
