Journal of Coronary Heart Diseases

Cardiovascular Implications of Long-Term Air Pollution Exposure: An Emerging Concern

Abstract

Ingrid Sørensen*

Long-term exposure to air pollution has become an increasingly recognized risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, and recent research is shedding light on its significant implications for heart health. As industrialization and urbanization continue to accelerate globally, the concentration of airborne pollutants such as particulate matter (PM2.5), nitrogen dioxide (NO2), and carbon monoxide (CO) has increased, putting millions of individuals at greater risk of developing cardiovascular conditions