Thailand Sets Up Emergency Center for Impending Haze Crisis -3

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1.What has the Ministry of Public Health in Bangkok established?

• a. An Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to tackle haze pollution
• b. A renewable energy solutions center
• c. A collaboration with healthcare facilities
• d. An agency to monitor health risks

2.What is the purpose of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC)?

• a. To monitor environmental conditions and health impacts
• b. To focus on renewable energy solutions
• c. To collaborate with healthcare facilities
• d. To tackle heart disease and cancer

3.Which health risks are the EOC monitoring?

• a. Respiratory and skin irritation, heart disease, and cancer
• b. Haze pollution and environmental conditions
• c. Renewable energy solutions for healthcare facilities
• d. Collaboration with other agencies

4.What are some of the renewable energy solutions the ministry is focusing on?

• a. Solar panels and electric vehicles for healthcare facilities
• b. Respiratory and skin irritation, heart disease, and cancer
• c. Environmental conditions and health impacts
• d. Monitoring health risks

5. What is the purpose of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) established by the Ministry of Public Health in Bangkok?

• a) To address air pollution in the northern region.
• b) To promote renewable energy solutions.
• c) To monitor health risks related to pollution.
• d) To collaborate with other agencies for environmental conservation.

6. According to the text, what are some of the health risks associated with haze pollution?

• a) Allergies and asthma.
• b) Respiratory and skin irritation.
• c) Eye infections and migraines.
• d) Cardiovascular diseases and diabetes.

7. How does the ministry plan to incorporate renewable energy solutions into healthcare facilities?

• a) By using wind turbines.
• b) By implementing geothermal energy systems.
• c) By installing solar panels.
• d) By promoting the use of biofuels.

8. What is the main focus of the Ministry of Public Health in addressing haze pollution?

• a) Implementing air purifier systems in schools.
• b) Raising public awareness through campaigns.
• c) Collaborating with international organizations.
• d) Monitoring environmental conditions and health impacts.