Exposure to pollutants such as gases, dust, fumes and other substances accounts for up to 15% of new asthma among adults. This and exacerbation of existing asthma problems leads to a loss of productivity, shows research done by the American Thoracic Society, Dr. P.K. Henneberger of the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health/Centers...
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Workplace conditions (pollution) exacerbate asthma, especially among blue-collar
New study shows that exposure to road emissions increases risk of children developing asthma
Possibility of developing asthma from exposure to pollutants at home or at school is equivalent. A study done at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California shows that exposure to higher levels of traffic-related pollution at home and at school are both equally potent causes in contributing to the development...
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