Short-term exposure to air pollution and hospital admission for heart failure among older adults in metropolitan cities: a time-series study.

Dong-Wook LeeChang-Woo HanYun-Chul HongJong-Min OhHyun-Joo BaeSoontae KimYoun Hee Lim

Published in: International archives of occupational and environmental health (2021)

Our study suggests the adverse effects of air pollution on HF. Moreover, the evidence of seasonality may help tailor protection guidelines for older adults.

Keyphrases

air pollution
heart failure
emergency department
healthcare
particulate matter
atrial fibrillation
lung function
cystic fibrosis
clinical practice
electronic health record