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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Researchers from University of Kentucky detail new studies and findings in the area of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
March 18th, 2008
"Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (CCPD) is an important cause of morbidity and mortality in both high- and low-income countries. While active cigarette smoking is the most important preventable risk factor globally, outdoor and indoor air pollutants can cause or exacerbate COPD," researchers in the United States report. "In high-income countries, historic air pollution events provide clear evidence that exposure to high levels of outdoor air pollutants is associated with increased mortality and morbidity due to COPD and related cardiorespiratory diseases. Studies in the last 20 years continue to show increased risk associated mainly with particulate matters, even...
Source: TB & Outbreaks Week (2008-03-18)
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