Prolonged exposure to pollution can lead to loss of independence in later life, loss of life in India -- studies

Prolonged exposure to pollution can lead to loss of independence in later life, study suggests Long-term exposure to air pollution can lead to a loss of independence for older adults, according to a University of Michigan study. Kim North Shine Medical Xpress

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In research published in JAMA Network Open, air pollution from traffic emerges as a key risk factor for older adults losing their ability to care for themselves without some or total assistance. Traffic-related air pollution releases fine particulate matter and gases like nitrogen dioxide into the air that can harm the lungs, heart, brain, and other parts of the body. ...

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