Examining the impact of air pollution, climate change, and social determinants of health on asthma and environmental justice
Felicia T. Canaday,
Steve N. Georas,
Daniel P. Croft
Abstract:Purpose of review
In this review, we discuss the current literature examining the impact air pollution and climate change has on asthma onset, control, and exacerbation. This review also addresses the risk of exposure to specific disproportionately affected communities, highlighting health disparities in exposure and asthma outcomes.
Recent findings
Recent studies have shifted from highlighting the associations between asthma exacerbations and indoor an… Show more
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