AN APPRAISAL ON HOSPITAL ENVIRONMENT AIR QUALITY AND ITS IMPACT ON PATIENTS’ WELLBEING IN KALTUNGO TOWN, KALTUNGO LGA, GOMBE STATE

Abstract This research investigates the correlation between hospital environment air quality and patients' wellbeing in Kaltungo Town, Kaltungo Local Government Area (LGA), Gombe State. The study focuses on assessing the relationship between hospital environment air quality and patient health outcomes, identifying factors responsible for damaging air quality and, suggest ways of improving air quality within patient’s environment. It also examines how these factors influence patient comfort, recovery rates, and overall wellbeing. Findings from the study shows that overcrowding and the high volume of people in the hospital can lead to increased levels of carbon dioxide and other respiratory irritants with 60%, suggest that poor air quality in hospitals may adversely affect patients’ respiratory health and contribute to longer recovery times with 58% of the respondents strongly agreeing to the claim. The study underscores the need for improved air quality management in healthcare facilities to enhance patient care and safety. Recommendations was provided for policy adjustments and practical interventions to mitigate air quality issues and promote a healthier hospital environment in Kaltungo Town.