Heart Health Month

by
Lía Budnik
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February 4, 2026

February is Heart Health month. We look at the link with air pollution exposure.

February is Heart Month

Air pollution can affect heart health. Fine particles (PM2.5) can enter the bloodstream, impact blood vessels, and increase the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular issues.

At Air Aware Labs, we’ve compiled research on air quality and cardiovascular health in our Evidence Bank — a resource for anyone who wants to understand the science.

We also cover heart health in our article about chronic diseases and air pollution.

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