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Health Effects of Nitrogen Dioxide

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“Given the patterns of exposure to NO2in schools and homes in some regions of Australia, we suggest that NO2exposure be considered as a determinant of respiratory illness in Australian children with persistent and unexplained symptoms or unstable asthma. Although further research is needed to prove the association, prudence about NO2exposure is warranted.” (Pilotto et al, 1997).

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Koenig, J.Q. (2000). Health Effects of Nitrogen Dioxide. In: Health Effects of Ambient Air Pollution. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4615-4569-9_12

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