Extract The 2024 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games lead us, as pulmonologists, to reflect on the sport, air pollution and respiratory health triad, and potential compromises at their intersection. Prompted… Click to show full abstract
Extract The 2024 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games lead us, as pulmonologists, to reflect on the sport, air pollution and respiratory health triad, and potential compromises at their intersection. Prompted by the scrutiny for any factor that can tip the highly competitive scale of the Games, this theme is of interest to all citizens well beyond the spotlight and glory of these dramatic events. Shareable abstract Exposure to air pollution, a well-established risk factor for respiratory diseases, is increased by physical activity, which itself is of benefit to overall health. However, compromises exist, starting from air pollution exposure reduction. https://bit.ly/3yaZM38
Journal Title: European Respiratory Journal
Year Published: 2024
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