Exposure-Response to High PM 2.5 Levels for Cardiovascular Events in High-risk Older Adults in Taiwan.
Shu-Ping HuangChien-Chou SuChuan-Yao LinRachel C NetheryKevin JoseyBenjamin A BatesDavid RobinsonPoonam GandhiMelanie RuaAshwaghosha ParthasarathiSoko SetoguchiYea-Huei Kao YangPublished in: medRxiv : the preprint server for health sciences (2024)
A nonlinear exposure-response relationship between PM2·5 concentration and the incidence of cardiovascular events exists when PM2.5 is higher than the levels recommended by WHO Air Quality Guidelines. Further lowering PM2·5 levels beyond current regulatory standards may effectively reduce the incidence of cardiovascular events, particularly HF and DVT, and can lead to tangible health benefits in high-risk elderly population.
Keyphrases
- cardiovascular events
- particulate matter
- air pollution
- coronary artery disease
- cardiovascular disease
- polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons
- heavy metals
- water soluble
- risk factors
- public health
- physical activity
- heart failure
- middle aged
- clinical practice
- health promotion
- atrial fibrillation
- social media
- community dwelling