The rise of asthma in African cities

J. Britton (Nottingham, United Kingdom)

Source: Annual Congress 2005 - The hygiene hypothesis revised – pro, con, or…?
Session: The hygiene hypothesis revised – pro, con, or…?
Session type: Symposium
Number: 1567
Disease area: Airway diseases

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