Long-term particulate matter exposure and mortality: a review of European epidemiological studies

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Several studies considered the relation between long-term exposure to particulate matter (PM) and total mortality, as well as mortality from cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. Our aim was to provide a comprehensive review of Eu...

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Main Authors: Boffetta Paolo, Gallus Silvano, Negri Eva, Pelucchi Claudio, Tramacere Irene, La Vecchia Carlo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-12-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/9/453