Air pollution is among the largest environmental and health issues facing us today. In recent years, more and more evidence has shown that exposure to … Read More »
Category: Air Pollution
Health Effects of Wood Smoke: What You Need to Know About Wildfire Smoke
Although there are few things that smell better than wood smoke on a cool evening, researchers are increasingly realizing that burning wood can have disastrous … Read More »
Imperial College Develops Curved Barriers to Reduce Air Pollution Along Roads
If cities act on the recommendations of the Imperial College of London, you may soon be seeing curved barriers installed along city streets. Researchers at … Read More »
Allowable Air Pollution Levels May Be Too High, New Study Suggests
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 »
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 »