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A silent threat in the skies: the under-reported dangers of ‘aerotoxic syndrome’ Just what are you breathing in during a flight ? by Monica Piccinini  23 January 2024 in Analysis, Global Reading Time: 10 mins read "You may not have heard of aerotoxic syndrome, but for anyone who flies – be it as a passenger or crew member – this under-reported yet dangerous chronic illness has been widely acknowledged since the 1950s. So, why are governments, regulators, and air operators still not taking enough action ?" https://www.thecanary.co/global/2024/01/22/aerotoxic-syndrome/ BEFORE YOU BOARD YOUR NEXT FLIGHT READ THIS https://t.me/thepeopleslawyerchannel/16245 To mitigate this AI says this "Passengers and crew can mitigate exposure to aerotoxic syndrome by wearing P3 A2 vapor-filtering masks (which filter up to 95% of toxic substances) during fume events, particularly during take-off and landing when leaks are most likely.  Individuals should avoid drinking coffee, tea, or water from the aircraft system, as it is pressurized with contaminated air; instead, consume bottled water or soft drinks."  Also these recommendations "Airlines and regulators are urged to implement several structural and procedural changes: Mandate sensors to continuously monitor and alert for toxic gases (like tricresyl phosphate and carbon monoxide) in the cabin.  Phase out bleed air systems in new aircraft designs, adopting bleed-free technology (such as that used in the Boeing 787) which uses electrical compressors instead of engine air. Strengthen maintenance protocols for engine seals, especially on Airbus fleets, and reformulate engine oils to use less hazardous, low-toxicity alternatives.  Establish mandatory reporting mechanisms for fume events to improve data collection and incidence tracking."