PMID: 33206478Nov 19, 2020Paper

Air pollution and its impact on the respiratory system

Revue médicale suisse
Caroline RayrouxJean-Paul Janssens

Abstract

Epidemiological studies have shown an increased respiratory morbidity and mortality as a consequence of exposure to air pollution. Short term exposure to air pollution is associated with an increased respiratory mortality and exacerbation of respiratory symptoms. Long term exposure to air pollution is associated with a progressive lung function decline as well as the development of chronic pulmonary diseases. In this article, we analyze the impact of major atmospheric pollutants on respiratory health and its impact on COPD, asthma and lung cancer. This review explores the impact of household air pollution on respiratory health as well as the relationship between ambient atmospheric air pollution and physical activity.

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