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    Smog boosts blood pressure in the obese

    (HealthScout) UPDATED 2009-10-15
    People who are obese appear to suffer significant increases in blood pressure when they are exposed to air pollution, a new study has found. Scientists say their finding suggests that obesity needs to be taken into account when considering the effects of environment on medical outcomes.  Read full story >
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