Short-term exposure to air pollution may be linked to an increased risk of stroke, according to a study. The meta analysis, published recently in the the journal Neurology, defined short-term exposure as occurring within five days of the stroke. A stroke can cause lasting brain damage, long-term disability, or even death.
New Delhi, Sep 8 (PTI) Exposure to air pollution, even at relatively low levels, is associated with women giving birth to smaller babies, according to a study.