Large epidemiological and health impact assessment studies at the global scale, such as
the Global Burden of Disease project, indicate that chronic non-communicable diseases …

This review provides a community's perspective on air quality research focusing mainly on
developments over the past decade. The article provides perspectives on current and future …

BACKGROUND The growing scientific evidence for effects of air pollution on health at
concentrations below current air quality standards and the large burden of disease attributed …

Abstract Background Fine particulate matter (Particulate matter with diameter≤ 2.5 μm) is
associated with multiple health outcomes, with varying effects across seasons and locations …

Background Evidence of the effects of long-term fine particulate matter (PM2. 5) exposure on
cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) is rare for populations exposed to high levels of PM2. 5 in …

Background: Fine particulate matter (PM2. 5) air pollution exposure has been identified as a
global health threat. However, the types and sources of particles most responsible are not …

Background Particulate matter (PM) air pollution is a human lung carcinogen; however, the
components responsible have not been identified. We assessed the associations between …

This study evaluates the bioaccessibility and health risks related to heavy metals (Cd, Cr,
Co, Cu, Mn, Ni, Pb, Zn and metalloid As) in airborne dust samples (TSP and PM 2.5) in …

There is increasing evidence linking long-term fine particulate matter (PM2. 5) exposure to
negative health effects. However, the relative influence of each component of PM2. 5 on …

Background Few studies have evaluated long-term cardiovascular effects of fine particulate
matter (PM 2.5) and its constituents in countries with high air pollution levels. We aimed to …