There is considerable epidemiological evidence indicating that air pollution has adverse
effects on human health and is closely related to respiratory diseases, including chronic …

Air pollution consists of a heterogeneous mixture of gasses and particles that include carbon
monoxide, nitrates, sulfur dioxide, ozone, lead, toxic by-product of tobacco smoke and …

Background Epidemiological studies investigating the role of fine particulate matter (PM 2.5;
aerodynamic diameter< 2.5 μm) in triggering acute coronary events, including out‐of …

Background Ambient particulate air pollution is a major threat to the cardiovascular health of
people. Inflammation is an important component of the pathophysiological process that links …

Background Exposure to fine ambient particulate matter (PM) has consistently been
associated with increased morbidity and mortality. The relationship between exposure to …

It has long been known that cardiovascular disease (CVD) rates vary considerably among
populations, across space and through time. It is now apparent that most of the attributable …

Background: Exposure to elevated levels of ambient air pollutants can lead to adverse
cardiovascular effects. Potential mechanisms include systemic inflammation and …

Background: Daily increases in ambient ozone have been associated with increased
mortality. However, little is known about which subpopulations are more susceptible to death …

Heavy metals are one of the components of smog, which is mainly the product of burning
fossil fuels in residential buildings. These elements, introduced into the body of cattle by …

Title. Engaging with nature to promote health: new directions for nursing research. Aim. The
aim of this paper is to offer a conceptual framework for nature‐based health promotion in …