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Feb. 17, 2012
Air Pollution Ups Risk Of Stroke, Impaired Memory
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| Two studies in the Archives of Internal Medicine suggest short and long-term exposure to air pollution can increase the risk of stroke and cognitive declines. Study author Jennifer Weuve discusses the results, and why particulate matter and gases like ozone may harm the body. |
Produced by Christopher Intagliata, Associate Senior Producer
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Jennifer Weuve
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Rush Institute for Healthy Aging
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois
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