What they found
Inhaled exposures consistently led to alterations in the upper respiratory tract (URT) microbiome, with effects varying by anatomical niche. Outdoor air pollution reduced microbial diversity, while green spaces increased it.
What they studied
Researchers systematically reviewed 5263 publications from 2005-2024 to understand how inhaled exposures affect the human URT microbiome, focusing on sequencing-based approaches.
Takeaways
The abstract focuses on the study's findings regarding inhaled exposures and the URT microbiome; it does not provide personal how-to steps.
About this paper
This systematic review analyzed 66 studies published between 2005 and 2024, covering four exposure domains: urban outdoor, rural outdoor, household indoor, and occupational settings. The authors note that the URT microbiome remains understudied as a mediator of respiratory health effects.