Association between Exposure to Ambient Air Pollution and the Risk of Rheumatoid Arthritis in Taiwan: A Population-Based Retrospective Cohort Study.

Wen-Chao HoLi-Wei ChouRuey-Yun WangThanh-Nhan Doan Hwa-Lung YuTing-Hsuan ChouKang-Yung LiuPo-Chang Wu Shwn-Huey Shieh

Published in: International journal of environmental research and public health (2022)

Our study suggests that exposure to PM2.5 is associated with an increased risk of RA. The finding has implications for policymaking to develop coping strategies to confront AAP as a risk factor for RA.

Keyphrases

air pollution
rheumatoid arthritis
particulate matter
disease activity
lung function
ankylosing spondylitis
interstitial lung disease
depressive symptoms
social support