Global populations are undergoing a major epidemiological transition in which the burden of
atherosclerotic cardiovascular diseases is shifting rapidly from high-income to low-income …

FEF25–75, forced expiratory flow at 25–75% of vital capacity; FEV1, forced expiratory
volume in 1 second; FMD, flow-mediated dilatation; FVC, forced vital capacity; GIS …

The purpose of this study was to assess the impact to human health of air pollutants, through
the integration of different technics: data statistics (spatial and temporal trends), population …

Fat isn't the problem. Dieting is the problem. A society that rejects anyone whose body
shape or size doesn't match an impossible ideal is the problem. A medical establishment …

Background Traffic-related particles induce oxidative stress and may exert adverse effects
on central nervous system function, which could manifest as cognitive impairment. Objective …

BACKGROUND: Previous studies observed associations between airborne particles and
cardio-vascular disease. Questions, however, remain as to which size of the inhalable …

Objectives To investigate changes in blood pressure, blood lipids, blood sugar and
haematological markers of inflammation associated with changes in long-term exposure to …

Objectives: Associations between cardiovascular mortality and air pollution and noise
together were investigated. Methods: Data from the ongoing Netherlands Cohort Study on …

The authors examined whether air pollution at school (nitrogen dioxide) is associated with
poorer child cognition and health and whether adjustment for air pollution explains or …

Background Long-term exposure to ambient air pollution has been associated with
cardiometabolic abnormalities (CAs), which, however, may be stronger in vulnerable …