Exposure to air pollution 30 years ago associated with increased risk of death
Monday, February 8, 2016 - 22:01
in Health & Medicine
Exposure to air pollution more than 30 years ago may still affect an individual's mortality risk today, according to new research. Highest risks were seen for respiratory disease, such as bronchitis, emphysema and for pneumonia. Air pollution also affected mortality risk from cardiovascular diseases, such as heart disease.