Air pollution and neurological diseases, current state highlights.

Front Neurosci

Department of Neuroscience, Carleton University, Ottawa, ON, Canada.

Published: March 2024

This paper delves into the increasingly recognized yet complex relationship between air pollution and Neurological Diseases. Although the detrimental effects of air pollution on respiratory and cardiovascular health are well-documented, its impact on neurological and cognitive disorders is an emerging area of concern. In this mini review, we explore the intricate mechanisms by which various air pollutants, such as particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, contribute to neurological pathologies. The focus lies on the role of oxidative stress and inflammation in exacerbating conditions like Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease. By unraveling these connections, the paper sheds light on the broader implications of environmental factors on neurological health and underscores the urgent need for policy interventions to mitigate air pollution's impact on the nervous system.

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10950980PMC
http://dx.doi.org/10.3389/fnins.2024.1351721DOI Listing

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