Climate change and urbanization are rapidly increasing human exposure to extreme
ambient temperatures, yet few studies have examined temperature and mortality in Latin …

Obesity rates are increasing almost everywhere in the world, although the pace and timing
for this increase differ when populations from developed and developing countries are …

Abstract Purpose of Review Air pollution in Latin America is a major environmental threat,
yet few studies have focused on aspects of environmental justice with regard to air pollution …

Preventable risk factors are responsible of at least 40% of cases and almost 45% of all
cancer deaths worldwide. Cancer is already the leading cause of death in almost half of the …

Road traffic-related air pollution costs society in terms of lost lives, health problems, and
financial damages. For directing regulatory actions and enhancing air quality, governments …

With the acceleration of globalization, the role of ports in urban economic growth is
becoming increasingly prominent. However, its traditional operating methods have also …

Within the framework of the Latin America and Caribbean region (LAC) Code Against
Cancer 1st edition, the current work presents recommendations to reduce exposure to …

Ambient air pollution is a health concern in Latin America given its large urban population
exposed to levels above recommended guidelines. Yet no studies have examined the …

Abstract Background Satellite-based PM2. 5 predictions are being used to advance
exposure science and air-pollution epidemiology in developed countries; including …

Commuters in urban settlements are frequently exposed to high concentrations of air
pollutants due to their proximity to mobile sources, making exposure to traffic-related air …