Association of PM2.5 with diabetes, asthma, and high blood pressure incidence in Canada: A spatiotemporal analysis of the impacts of the energy generation and fuel sales

Numerous studies have reported an association between fine particulate matter (PM_2.5) and human health. Often these relationships are influenced by environmental factor that varies spatially and/or temporally. To our knowledge, there are no studies in Canada that have considered energy generation and fuel sales as PM_2.5 effects modifiers. Determining exposure and disease-specific risk factors over space and time is crucial for disease …