IJERPH, Vol. 16, Pages 3464: Association between the Occurrence of Primary Hypothyroidism and the Exposure of the Population Near to Industrial Pollutants in S ão Paulo State, Brazil

Conclusion: Air pollution associated with the presence of the CPC is an important environmental factor contributing to the development of PH in the nearby population. As the first study showing this association in Brazil, research should be continued to better understand the mechanisms and to find ways to compensate for or remedy to avoid health impacts in future populations.
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - Category: Environmental Health Authors: Tags: Article Source Type: research