Respiratory illness and air pollution from the steel industry: the case of Piqui á de Baixo, Brazil (Preliminary report)

ConclusionsIn light of the above considerations, we believe that our findings contribute to the existing literature on the correlation between pulmonary disease and air pollution in industrialized areas, while warranting further scientific research on the public health consequences of industrial production in Piqui á de Baixo. In turn, on the ethical plane, we believe that research of this nature strengthens the need to advocate for more severe environmental and health policies aimed at limiting the hazards associated with the steel industry in Piquiá and in similar contexts around the world.
Source: Multidisciplinary Respiratory Medicine - Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research