Research Uncovers Wide Range Of Health Risks From Air Pollution

Research Uncovers Wide Range Of Health Risks From Air Pollution

Air pollution is one of the largest environmental health risks in the world. Air pollution poses a widespread threat to global populations, particularly in urban areas, with both short- and long-term exposure linked to various diseases, according to a study by the European Environment Agency. The World Health Organisation (WHO) underscores connections between air pollution …

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Air Pollution Exposure Linked to Increased Risk of Hospitalization for Seniors

Air Pollution Exposure Linked to Increased Risk of Hospitalization for Seniors

Yaguang Wei, PhD Credit: Harvard University Older adults with chronic exposure to fine particulate air matter with an aerodynamic diameter of ≤ 2.5 (PM2.5)—a major element of air pollution—may have an increased risk for cardiovascular hospitalization, a new study found.1 The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced its updated National Ambient Air Quality Standards on February …

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