Summary description in the English Language:
- Understand the Impact of Household Chemicals on the Environment* – Examine how common cleaning products (e.g., detergents, disinfectants, and aerosol sprays) contribute to air, water, and soil pollution.
- Assess Effects on Human Health* – Investigate how exposure to harmful chemicals (e.g., VOCs, phthalates, chlorine, ammonia) can cause respiratory issues, skin irritation, hormonal disruptions, and long-term diseases like cancer.
- Promote Safer Alternatives – Encourage the use of eco-friendly, non-toxic cleaning products (e.g., vinegar, baking soda, plant-based cleaners) to reduce health risks and environmental harm.
- Raise Awareness & Policy Advocacy – Educate consumers and policymakers about the dangers of toxic cleaning agents and push for stricter regulations on hazardous chemicals in household products.
- Encourage Sustainable Practices – Promote proper disposal methods, green purchasing habits, and corporate responsibility in manufacturing safer cleaning products.
Type of activity: Workshop
Presenter/s: Dr. Abdullah Hamad Aziz
Qualification: Lecturer
Affiliation: Salahaddin University/Education college/Biology department
Presenter/s: Dr. Dler Kurda Rawandze
Qualification: Assistant Professor
Affiliation: Salahaddin University/Education college/Chemistry department
Presenter/s: Dr. Hiwa Khalid Gardy
Qualification: Consultant medicine
Affiliation: Rizgary Teaching Hospital Erbil
Presenter/s: Dr. Younis Sadiq Ismael
Qualification: Lecturer
Affiliation: HMU/College of Pharmacy/Clinical Pharmacy department
Audience: Academic staff
Venue: College of Pharmacy
No. of Participants: 50
Day: Monday
Date: 14/4/2025
Time: 10:00 AM
Iraq, Kurdistan Region,