Smog in Warm Weather may Contribute to Stroke Risks in Elderly: Study
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“We suggest that on high pollution days, elderly people should avoid spending unnecessary time in traffic, whether in a vehicle or walking, especially if they suffer from cardiovascular diseases, to lower their exposure to pollutants,” concludes Kettunen.
"They should also avoid heavy outdoor exercise on high pollution days, and nursing homes, for example, should not be built along heavily trafficked roads, where particle concentrations are at their highest.” she adds. NN '"/>