Wednesday, August 4, 2010

New study gives first indication that smog might trigger cell death in the heart

New study gives first indication that smog might trigger cell death in the heart
http://www.newsroom.heart.org/index.php?s=43&item=1089

"Researchers say they may have discovered a way that ozone in air pollution can injure the heart.
The study finds increased availability of a chemical trigger for cell death in the hearts of rats exposed to ozone.
More research is needed before human testing can begin."

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