Atopic Diseases, Allergic Sensitization, and Exposure to Traffic-related Air Pollution in Children

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Authors

Verena Morgenstern · Helmholtz Zentrum München

Anne Zutavern · Helmholtz Zentrum München

Josef Cyrys · University of Augsburg

Inken Brockow · Technical University of Munich

Sibylle Koletzko · Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München

Ursula Krämer · Leibniz Institute of Environmental Medicine

Heidrun Behrendt

Abstract

This study provides strong evidence for increased risk of atopic diseases and allergic sensitization when children are exposed to ambient particulate matter.

Topics & Keywords

Air Quality and Health Impacts Noise Effects and Management Indoor Air Quality and Microbial Exposure

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine

Volume 177, Issue 12, pp. 1331-1337

DOI: 10.1164/rccm.200701-036oc

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