| Literature DB >> 33153697 |
Gary Adamkiewicz1, Jahred Liddie1, Jonathan M Gaffin2.
Abstract
Globally, exposure to ambient air pollutants is responsible for premature mortality and is implicated in the development and exacerbation of several acute and chronic lung disease across all ages. In this article, we discuss the source apportionment of ambient pollutants and the respiratory health effects in humans. We specifically discuss the evidence supporting ambient pollution in the development of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and acute exacerbations of each condition. Practical advice is given to health care providers in how to promote a healthy environment and advise patients with chronic conditions to avoid unsafe air quality.Entities:
Keywords: Air pollutants; Air quality; Ambient air pollution; Asthma; COPD; Childhood asthma; Epidemiology; Pollutant sources
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Year: 2020 PMID: 33153697 PMCID: PMC7665094 DOI: 10.1016/j.ccm.2020.08.013
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Clin Chest Med ISSN: 0272-5231 Impact factor: 2.878