Long-term exposure to low levels of air pollution increases risk of heart and lung disease

https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2021-02/aha-let021721.php

 

News Release 22-Feb-2021
Circulation Journal Report
American Heart Association

 

Exposure to what is considered low levels of air pollution over a long period of time can increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, atrial fibrillation and pneumonia among people ages 65 and older, according to new research published today in the American Heart Association's flagship journal Circulation.

Air pollution can cause harm to the cardiovascular and respiratory systems due to its effect on inflammation in the heart and throughout the body.


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