New article in BMJ open about:
A survey of early health effects of the Eyjafjallajökull 2010 eruption in Iceland: a population-based study
In short the conclusions are:
Short-term ash exposure was associated with upper airway irritation symptoms and exacerbation of pre-existing asthma but did not contribute to serious health problems. The exposure did not impair respiratory function compared to controls. Outdoor use of protective glasses and face masks was considered protective against irritation in eyes and upper airway.
Reference:
Hanne Krage Carlsen, Thorarinn Gislason, Bryndis Benediktsdottir, Thorir Bjorn Kolbeinsson, Arna Hauksdottir, Throstur Thorsteinsson, Haraldur Briem. 2012.
A survey of early health effects of the Eyjafjallajökull 2010 eruption in Iceland: a population-based study.
BMJ Open 2012;2:e000343. doi:10.1136/bmjopen-2011-000343 (Paper on BMJ Open web site)
