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    • Environmental Science
    • Sports Medicine
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Air pollution poses a significant threat to athletic performance.
    • Specific pollutants vary by location, with Los Angeles facing carbon monoxide, ozone, peroxyacetylnitrate (PAN), and nitrogen oxides, while European cities like Sarajevo contend with sulfur dioxide smog.
    • High pollution levels can have detrimental effects on athletes during major sporting events.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the potential impact of air pollution on athletic performance during the Olympic Games.
    • To identify specific pollutants and their associated health risks for athletes.
    • To explore therapeutic strategies for mitigating the adverse effects of air pollution.

    Main Methods:

    • The study analyzes expected air pollutant levels in Los Angeles.
    • It reviews known physiological and psychomotor effects of specific pollutants like carbon monoxide, ozone, PAN, and sulfur dioxide.
    • It considers the potential health consequences for athletes, focusing on respiratory and visual systems.

    Main Results:

    • Carbon monoxide and ozone levels in Los Angeles may impair endurance performance and psychomotor abilities.
    • PAN can cause visual disturbances.
    • Sulfur dioxide smog increases respiratory workload, decreasing endurance.
    • Upper respiratory tract infections are the most probable illness among athletes exposed to high pollution levels.

    Conclusions:

    • Air pollution presents a considerable risk to athletic performance and athlete health.
    • Preventive measures and therapeutic interventions are crucial for safeguarding athletes.
    • Further research into localized pollution impacts and effective countermeasures is warranted.