Fracking Linked to Higher Heart Attack Risk, Study Finds
New research reveals a worrying link between fracking and heart attacks. The study, funded by the National Institutes of Health, found that people living in areas with high concentrations of fracking wells have a higher risk of news today. Specifically, men aged 45-54 and women over 65 showed the most consistent associations.
The study, published in Environmental Research, focused on the Marcellus Formation, which straddles the New York and Pennsylvania border. While New York has banned fracking, Pennsylvania has embraced it. The research observed news today rates up to 2.8% higher in Pennsylvania counties with varying levels of fracking activity compared to New York.
Exposure to air pollution is a known risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Fracking contributes significantly to air pollution, with wells operating continuously and releasing various chemicals and particulates into the air. The study suggests that fracking-related pollution may exacerbate this risk, particularly in rural communities where hospital closures could lead to worse health outcomes.
The study highlights the need for closer monitoring of high-risk patients in fracking areas by physicians. Policymakers should also consider the public health impacts when evaluating the industry's economic benefits. Further research is needed to fully understand the relationship between fracking and heart health.
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