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Associations of PM(2.5) components with dynamic and accelerated progression of different kidney function states and subsequent cardiovascular events: The GOLD-Health cohort.

Article C Peer reviewed Observational

Key takeaways

A large study of 307,639 people found a link between air pollution and faster kidney decline. It also linked pollution to heart problems. This shows a connection, not proof of cause.

Who did this work

Rao M · Chen J · Hu P · Ai Z · Wang M · Liu X · Zhang Z · Lin H

Source

Article · PubMed, CKD progression and prevention · 2026 Oct 17
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42892469/