Per and poly-fluoroalkyl substances and respiratory health in an Inuit community

• Main Authors: Amira Aker (Author), Yohann Courtemanche (Author), Pierre Ayotte (Author), Philippe Robert (Author), Éric Gaudreau (Author), Mélanie Lemire (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2024-10-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Concentrations of plasma per and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are elevated in the Inuit population of Nunavik and may be causing adverse health effects. Respiratory health outcomes have been associated with PFAS, but have not been explored in Inuit communities. The aim of t...