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Is black carbon associated with cardiovascular and cancer mortality? Evidence from the Malmö Diet and Cancer Cohort.
December 5, 2026 · Global health action
Key takeaway
Black carbon, from pollution, was linked to heart disease deaths, more so than other pollutants. This matters because it highlights how air pollution unfairly harms our heart health, urging action to clean up our communities.
Why this matters for our communities
Research in cardiovascular helps close long-standing gaps in how Black and African American families are studied, diagnosed, and cared for. Use findings like this one to start informed conversations with your care team — not as a substitute for personal medical advice.
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