Every year, World Environment Day is observed on June 5. While people usually talk about the protection of the environment, it has a bigger role in also helping us maintain good health. As the World Heart Federation report recently indicated how air pollution affects heart health, mid-day.com spoke to Mumbai doctors who explain the connection
While heart disease is attributed to various lifestyle factors, what connection does air pollution have with heart disease? Image for representational purpose only. Photo Courtesy: istock
- Every year, World Environment Day is observed on June 5 by people around the world
- The research found as many as 1.9 million people are dying every year from heart disease
- Fine particulate matter (PM2.5), nitrogen dioxide (NO2) can impact heart health
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