Dirty air, heat, cold may all trigger heart attacks

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NEW YORK (Reuters) -– Extreme temperatures and heavy air pollution boost heart attack risk, according to a major new study. And on days when the air is extra dirty and the... More »
Tehran Times - Nov. 10, 2009
Air Pollution Increases Infants' Risk Of Bronchiolitis
Infants who are exposed to higher levels of air pollution are at increased risk for bronchiolitis, according to a new study. The study appears in the November 15 issue of the... More »
Medical News Today - Nov. 11, 2009
Air Pollution Takes a Toll on Young Lungs
Exposure to air pollution can damage newborns' lungs and assault their immune systems, making babies more vulnerable to disease. Chronic exposure to air pollution, the study... More »
Environmental News Network - Nov. 11, 2009
'Dirty air, cold may trigger heart attacks'
NEW YORK: Extreme temperatures and heavy air pollution boost heart attack risk, according to a major new study. And on days when the air is extra dirty and the temperature is... More »
The News International - Nov. 10, 2009
Air Pollution Takes a Toll on Young Lungs
Early exposure to airborne pollutants could increase the risk of infection in newborn babies. Exposure to air pollution can damage newborns' lungs and assault their immune... More »
Discovery Channel - Nov. 11, 2009
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