Report or Study:  Reduction in Fine Particulate Air Pollution and Mortality: Extended Follow-up of the Harvard Six Cities Study 2016
Date:  2016
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A large body of epidemiologic literature has found an association of increased fine particulate air pollution (PM2.5) with acute and chronic mortality. Total, cardiovascular, and lung cancer mortality were each positively associated with ambient PM2.5 concentrations. Reduced PM2.5 concentrations were associated with reduced mortality risk.
Topics:  Obesity/Diabetes, Pollution Sources, Public Health
Regions:  National
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Article Link/URL: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16424447