A new study reveals that air pollution significantly increases the risk of heart diseases and death in cancer patients, highlighting health disparities faced by this vulnerable group. The research, published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, analyzed the impact of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) on cardiovascular health in cancer patients, finding it weakens the body’s defenses against inflammation and detoxification, crucial factors for both cancer and heart disease. This emphasizes the need for tailored strategies to mitigate air pollution exposure and protect cancer patients from cardiovascular risks.