Air pollution linked to increased frailty in older adults
The Guardian - 03-Oct-2025Air pollution may cause 10–20% of frailty cases; secondhand smoke raises risk by ~60%
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Environmental Pollution is a peer-reviewed scientific journal published by Elsevier, focusing on the biological, health, and ecological effects of environmental pollutants. Established in 1980 and currently edited by David O. Carpenter from the University at Albany, SUNY, and Eddy Y. Zeng from Jinan University, the journal has an impact factor of 8.071 as of 2020. It publishes original research and review articles that advance understanding of how environmental contaminants affect ecosystems and human health. The journal covers a wide range of topics, including air and water pollution, soil contamination, and the impacts of emerging pollutants. Articles often address global environmental challenges and contribute to the development of strategies for pollution mitigation and public health protection. Environmental Pollution serves as a key resource for researchers, policymakers, and environmental health professionals.
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Air pollution may cause 10–20% of frailty cases; secondhand smoke raises risk by ~60%