Assessment of the impact of chemical pollution of the atmosphere on the formation of carcinogenic and non-carcinogenic risks for the health of the city population of Cherkask region

• Date: 2025
• Main Authors: Zhytska, Liudmyla, Yehorova, Oksana, Khomenko, Olena, Bondarenko, Yurij
• Format: Article
• Language: Ukrainian
• Published: Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture 2025
• Subjects: ecological safety; chemical air pollution; carcinogenic and non-carcinogenic risks; primary diseases; monitoring
• Online Access: https://es-journal.in.ua/article/view/343631
• Journal Title: Environmental safety and natural resources

The article discusses current issues related to the ecological safety of atmospheric pollution and the role of anthropogenic emissions in the formation of carcinogenic and non-carcinogenic risks to the health of the population in industrial cities of the Cherkasy region. The publication materials emphasize that the accumulation of pollutants in the atmospheric air, particularly concentrations of SO2, NO2, CO, phenol, formaldehyde, and hydrocarbons, causes a wide range of health problems affecting the visual organs, respiratory system, and increases mortality from respiratory diseases, oncology, and other conditions. The authors analyzed the data from air pollution monitoring conducted by mobile stations of the State Institution Cherkasy Regional Center for Disease Control and Prevention of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine, as well as retrospective data from other laboratories in the region. These findings indicated the presence of the aforementioned toxicants in all collected samples. Attention is drawn to the effects of toxic substances' accumulation, the formation of carcinogenic and non-carcinogenic risks to human health in residential areas, based on the calculation of air pollution hazard indices. The authors highlight the persistence of chemical ingredients in the environment, their ability to quickly enter biological chains, and their complex impact on the human body in combination with drinking water, atmospheric air, and food products. However, atmospheric air remains the primary chain of influence. The identified compounds pose a potential threat in creating carcinogenic hazard conditions and reducing human lifespan. A clear dynamic of the growth of primary diseases is noted. The authors emphasize that the existing system for studying atmospheric pollution needs improvement, the implementation of planned measures and rules, and a clear organization of the monitoring system for their adherence and preventive actions. The article stresses the need to intensify scientific research regarding the impact of non-carcinogenic and carcinogenic factors in populated areas. It outlines the directions for the application of research results.