Can Polluted Air Trigger a Heart Attack?
Air pollution, particularly fine particulate matter (PM2.5) from vehicle exhaust, industry and fuel burning, can increase heart attack risk by causing inflammation, blood‑vessel dysfunction and clot formation. Cardiologists say the risk is highest for people with existing cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, older adults, smokers and outdoor workers.
Source: Can Polluted Air Trigger a Heart Attack? — Times Now
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Topics: airpollution · pm25 · hearthealth · cardiologists · delhi air · health
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