Air pollution and the progression of physical function limitations and disability in aging adults

JAMA Network Open

About The Study: The findings of this study suggest that reducing air pollution levels may help to delay and mitigate physical disability in aging adults.

Corresponding Author: To contact the corresponding author, Sara D. Adar, ScD, email sadar@umich.edu.

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(doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2025.58699)

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