Air pollution linked to higher risks of glaucoma and cataract
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A new and extensive analysis indicates that the damage of air pollution goes far beyond the heart, lungs and brain, according to information from the specialized website Study Finds. According to a study presented at the 44th Congress of the European Society of Cataract and Refractory Surgeons (ESCRS), individuals living in more polluted areas run a greater risk of developing both glaucoma and cataract, two of the main causes of loss of vision w…
Air pollution linked to higher risks of glaucoma and cataract
People who live in areas with higher levels of air pollution are more likely to develop glaucoma and cataract, according to a large study presented today (Monday) at the 44th Congress of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS).
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