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New evidence links particulate matter air pollution to breast cancer

by Eric Kirkendall | Apr 11, 2017 | Diesel Exhaust Health Impacts

New evidence links particulate matter air pollution to breast cancer

Image source: National Breast Cancer Foundation The linkage between particulate matter and cancer is well established.  For example, in 2012, the World Health Organization identified diesel exhaust, one of the chief sources of particulate matter in many cities, as a carcinogen,  and a study last...

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by Eric Kirkendall | Mar 2, 2017 | Diesel Exhaust Health Impacts, TRAP Environmental Impacts

New study links particulate matter air pollution to premature births

A new study adds to the weight of evidence linking premature births to particulate matter air pollution (PM) – a cautionary note for those who live near highways and other sources PM. This research, by Swedish, British, and American scientists, links almost 1 in 5 premature births to fine PM...

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