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Journal Article 
Review 
A review on the human health impact of airborne particulate matter 
Kim, KH; Kabir, E; Kabir, S 
2015 
1 
Environment International
ISSN: 0160-4120
EISSN: 1873-6750 
74C 
136-143 
English 
25454230 
WOS:000346681700017 
Particulate matter (PM) is a key indicator of air pollution brought into the air by a variety of natural and human activities. As it can be suspended over long time and travel over long distances in the atmosphere, it can cause a wide range of diseases that lead to a significant reduction of human life. The size of particles has been directly linked to their potential for causing health problems. Small particles of concern include "inhalable coarse particles" with a diameter of 2.5 to 10μm and "fine particles" smaller than 2.5μm in diameter. As the source-effect relationship of PM remains unclear, it is not easy to define such effects from individual sources such as long-range transport of pollution. Because of the potent role of PM and its associated pollutants, detailed knowledge of their human health impacts is of primary importance. This paper summarizes the basic evidence on the health effects of particulate matter. An in-depth analysis is provided to address the implications for policy-makers so that more stringent strategies can be implemented to reduce air pollution and its health effects. 
Particulate matter; PM10; PM2.5; Human health; Particle size 
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