The effect of greenhouse gases on the health of human skin (a case study of Herat University, Faculty of Science (
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https://doi.org/10.58342/ghalibMj.V.1.I.2.4Keywords:
Greenhouse gases, Health, Human, Fossil fuels, Carbon dioxide, Methane gasAbstract
Background: Greenhouse gases and their impact on human life represent a critical global issue due to the detrimental effects of these emissions on the environment and human health. Annually, numerous scientific conferences address global warming and strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Researchers are actively exploring renewable alternatives to fossil fuels to mitigate these adverse effects. This study investigates the impact of greenhouse gases on the skin health of citizens in Herat City.
Methods: This analytical-descriptive research involved designing a questionnaire, validated by experts, and achieving a reliability score of 0.754 using Cronbach's alpha. The questionnaire was distributed to 500 participants, including science students and their families. Data were analyzed using SPSS26 software.
Results: The findings highlight significant research potential regarding the effects of greenhouse gases on human health and life. Among the participants, 67.6% were young individuals aged 15-25 years, with 74.1% male and 25.9% female. Additionally, 53.8% of the respondents held a bachelor's degree.
Conclusion: Replacing fossil fuels with renewable energy sources is the most effective solution for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and minimizing their impact. The study revealed that consuming fruits had the most positive effect on skin health (beta coefficient = 0.20), while using moisturizers, which was less popular among participants, showed the least impact (beta coefficient = -0.291).
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