Association Between Ambient Air Pollution and Increased Risk of Respiratory Diseases in Vellore and Ranipet, Tamil Nadu, India: A Retrospective Study.

Numerous studies have shown a link between short and long-term exposure to air pollution and a wide range of illnesses. Although the etiology of these illnesses has been identified, modifiable risk factors remain unclear. Furthermore, exposure to environmental toxins does not necessarily result in illness for all individuals.