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NIH ClinicalTrials.gov: Effect of Wood Smoke on Vascular Function

Posted on July 10, 2013 by northpolecleanair

From: http://clinicaltrials.gov/show/NCT01495325 NIH ClinicalTrials.gov University of Edinburgh Effect of Wood Smoke on Vascular Function The purpose statement for this clinical trial states: “Exposure to air pollution is a well established risk factor for the development of heart disease. Firefighters are … Continue reading →

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Wood Smoke Exposure, Pulmonary and Systemic Inflammation

Posted on April 9, 2011 by northpolecleanair

From: Medical News Today, June 30, 2008 http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/113294.php Wood Smoke Exposure Induces Inflammatory Response In Firefighters Biomass fuels in the form of wood and agricultural wastes are a significant source of direct human energy consumption worldwide. Household use of these … Continue reading →

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