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Category: Air Pollution
Air pollution linked to kidney disease
According to a new study from the University of Michigan, poor air quality may be responsible for some of the variance in kidney disease rates across the United States. Read More »
Burn bans attempt to mitigate poor air quality in Southern California
After a rough year for smog throughout Southern California, burn bans have been put into effect across the lower half of the state in an attempt to avoid adding more pollutants to already overloaded air. Read More »
Poor air quality lowers students’ test scores, Israeli study finds
A recent study in Israel has shown that high levels of air pollution on test day can have a marked effect on students’ test scores and future earnings. Read More »
University of Pittsburgh links air pollution to autism
A study by the University of Pittsburgh suggests there may be a link between air pollution and autism. Read More »
Tips on improving indoor air quality
Here are a few ways to improve your home’s air quality. Read More »
Poor indoor air quality results in astronomical death rates
The World Health Organization (WHO) concludes a study which finds that billions are negatively affected by poor indoor air quality. Read More »
The threats to outdoor air quality
There are several factors that contribute to America’s air pollution. Read More »
How to fight common indoor air pollutants
Here a couple of ways to fight indoor air pollution. Read More »
Scientists research the effect of air pollutants on water
Scientists research the effects of air pollution on rainwater. Read More »