Exposures to fine particulate matter (PM 1) have been associated with health impacts, but
the understanding of the PM 1 concentration-response (PM 1-CR) relationships, especially …

The mass concentration of atmospheric particulate matter (PM) has been systematically
used in epidemiological studies as an indicator of exposure to air pollutants, connecting PM …

Increased ambient particulate matter (PM) has been associated with various cardio-
respiratory disorders and emergency room visits due to short-term and long-term exposures …

Both short-and long-term exposure to particulate matter (PM) air pollution have been
demonstrated to cause increases in cardiovascular disease, cancer, and respiratory …

Regulations on ambient particulate matter (PM) are becoming more stringent because of
adverse health effects arising from PM exposure. PM-induced oxidant production is a key …

Background Air pollution is a leading contributor to premature mortality worldwide and is
often represented by particulate matter (PM), a key contributor to its harmful health effects …

Poor air quality is globally the largest environmental health risk. Epidemiological studies
have uncovered clear relationships of gaseous pollutants and particulate matter (PM) with …

Epidemiological studies have repeatedly associated high levels of ambient particulate
matter with increased hospital admission and daily mortality. The adverse health effects …

Background: Specific characteristics of particulate matter (PM) responsible for associations
with respiratory health observed in epidemiological studies are not well established. High …

During the last decade, concerns have increased within both political and scientific
communities over the impact of airborne particulate matter (PM) on public health. This …