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A recent study conducted at the Autonomous University of Zacatecas in Mexico examined the adverse health effects of long-term exposure to arsenic and particulate matter (PM2.5) in a murine model. The researchers found that both arsenic and PM2.5 can independently cause organ damage, but the combined effect of the two substances had not been previously studied. The study exposed adult Wistar rats to arsenic, PM2.5, or a combination of both, and found high levels of lung inflammation and cartilaginous metaplasia in the hearts of all exposed animals. The researchers concluded that exposure to arsenic, PM2.5, or both can lead to oxidative stress, lung inflammation, and heart damage, emphasizing the importance of reducing exposure to these pollutants to protect human health. [Extracted from the article] |
