Cumulative exposure to air pollution and long term outcomes after first acute myocardial infarction: A population-based cohort study. Objectives and methodology

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide and epidemiological studies have consistently shown an increased risk for cardiovascular events in relation to exposure to air pollution. The Israel Study...

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Main Authors: Steinberg David M, Koton Silvia, Broday David M, Myers Vicki, Gerber Yariv, Drory Yaacov
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-06-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/10/369