Nanomaterials (NMs) have gained prominence in technological advancements due to their
tunable physical, chemical and biological properties with enhanced performance over their …

Background The technical innovations are based on the principles of science with the
assurance of outweighing their cost and risk factors with the benefits to society. But …

Every person has been exposed to nanometer-sized foreign particles; we inhale them with
every breath, and consume them with every drink. In truth, every organism on Earth …

Background An association between exposure to vehicular traffic in urban areas and the
exacerbation of cardiovascular disease has been suggested in previous studies. This study …

Exposure to fine airborne particulate matter (PM2. 5) is associated with cardiovascular
events and mortality in older and cardiac patients. Potential physiologic effects of in-vehicle …

Background Interest in the health effects of particulate matter (PM) has focused on
identifying sources of PM, including biomass burning, power plants, and gasoline and diesel …

Background Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of mortality and morbidity in
industrialized countries1). In a working population, occupational factors are believed to pose …

A critical review was conducted of social, psychological, and health science literature on the
array of health risks and morbidities of truckers. Multilevel worksite-induced strains (eg, long …

Background Exposure to fine particulate matter air pollutants (PM 2.5) affects heart rate
variability parameters, and levels of serum proteins associated with inflammation …

Objective: To compare selected health behaviors and body mass index (modifiable risk
factors) of US long-haul truck drivers to the US working population by sex. Methods: The …