As the world continues to grapple with the problems presented by air pollution, more and more evidence is emerging that even relatively small amounts of … Read More »
Category: Air Pollution
Air Quality and Obesity: Are the Two Connected?
As scientists continue to study the harmful effects of air pollution, it’s becoming increasingly clear that poor air quality has huge impacts on human health. … Read More »
UK Lists Air Pollution as Cause of Death in Historic First
In a historic decision, the United Kingdom will issue the first known death certificate to list air pollution as a cause of death. The decision … Read More »
Can You Use Air Purifiers and Humidifiers Together?
Many people have used either an air purifier or a humidifier at some point in their lives, but most people have never used them together. … Read More »
Air Quality Improvements Save Thousands of Lives in Europe
It has been well documented that air pollution reduces lifespans and is associated with a wide variety of health problems. Fortunately, this also means that … Read More »
COVID-19 and Air Pollution Linked, New Research Suggests
As scientists continue to study the SARS-CoV-2 virus responsible for the global COVID-19 pandemic, new information is constantly coming to light about factors that affect … Read More »
Winter Air Pollution: Why Cold Air Can Still Be Harmful
During the summer months, heat and more frequent travel tend to drive up air pollution levels. However, the winter months can also hold some serious … Read More »
Could Air Pollution and Depression Be Linked?
In recent years, depression disorders have become more prevalent than ever before. Data from as recently as 2017 suggest that about 7 percent of American … Read More »
Air Pollution Shortens Life Expectancy by Two Years, New Research Finds
The fact that air pollution is harmful to human health has been well-documented for many years. As new research comes out, though, we keep continue … Read More »
Airborne Microplastics: The Next Fight in the Battle Against Pollution?
As many of our readers here know, we’re always reading new research to learn about the effects of various kinds of air pollution. One area … Read More »