Air Pollution
Risk for atopic dermatitis associated with proximity to major roadways
SAN ANTONIO — Living further from major roadways correlated with reduced risk for atopic dermatitis, according to a study presented at the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Annual Meeting.
Long-term air pollution exposure tied to CV health risks
Long-term exposure to air pollution was associated with increased risk for acute MI, ischemic heart disease mortality and CVD mortality, with greater risk in communities with lower socioeconomic status, data from a retrospective study show.
Q&A: EPA’s particulate matter standards directly impact public health
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, or EPA, is now seeking comments on its proposal to change its National Ambient Air Quality Standards for annual fine particulate matter from 12 µg/m3 to a level between 9 µg/m3 and 10 µg/m3.
Air pollutant exposure associated with increased readmissions after ischemic stroke
Long-term exposure to air pollutants may be associated with increased readmissions after ischemic stroke, according to data published in Stroke.
Long-term exposure to air pollutants associated with geriatric depression
Long-term ambient exposure to air pollutants may increase the risk of depression in older adults, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.
Long-term exposure to high levels of fine particulate matter pollution correlates with CKD
Long-term exposure to a high levels of a specific air pollution called fine particulate matter can lead to an increased risk of chronic kidney disease in China, according to data published in the American Journal of Kidney Diseases.
Ambient air pollution exposure associated with depression, anxiety
Long-term joint exposure to multiple air pollutants at low concentrations may be associated with an increased risk of depression and anxiety, according to a study published in JAMA Psychiatry.
Inhalable agents in workplace ‘important’ triggers for rheumatoid arthritis
Inhalable substances associated with occupational settings may act as “important” environmental triggers for developing rheumatoid arthritis, according to data published in the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases.
Higher levels of metal, sulfur in air linked to poor respiratory health in children
Elevations in metal, sulfur and particle oxidative potential in the air strengthened the link between short-term exposure to outdoor pollution and respiratory hospitalizations among children, according to study results.
Q&A: Particulate matter air pollution standards need to be stronger
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has proposed changing National Ambient Air Quality standards for fine particulate matter to improve respiratory health, but this update could be stronger, according to the American Lung Association.