All posts tagged with Air pollution
-
-(Natural News) You might not be able to clear away the smog that darkens the skies of your city or town. But you can definitely improve the quality of the air inside your home. A Science Daily article suggested that high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters can decrease indoor air pollution very effectively, especially when compared to conventional counterparts. […]
-
-(Natural News) If pressed to suggest possible causes for the development of dementia, most of us would probably list things like lifestyle, diet and genetics. One of the last things to come to mind would likely be air pollution, and yet a recent study has found that certain types of air pollution could increase the […]
-
-(Natural News) Blood always tells — at least in how much you are vulnerable to a heart attack during periods of pollution. This was the conclusion made by a team of researchers from the Intermountain Medical Center after observing the relationship between blood types and cardiovascular distress in areas that are heavily polluted. Authors of […]
-
-(Natural News) The effects of pollution goes beyond physical health – it affects even one’s intelligence. A recent study found that people exposed to high levels of pollution can experience decreases in mental performance equivalent to losing a year in your education. The study was conducted in China, a country that currently has air pollution […]
-
-(Natural News) Don’t be fooled by the seemingly clear air before your eyes. Every breath you take fills your lungs with uncountable amounts of aerosols, many of which are harmful to human health. These ubiquitous bits of matter come in two forms: Solid particulate and drops of liquids, both of which are small and light […]
-
-(Natural News) Fall is almost over, and people with respiratory conditions like asthma or allergies are already starting to rejoice. However, there’s one thing that you need to consider: Even if you don’t have asthma or allergies, poor air quality in your home or workplace may cause side effects such as headaches, fatigue, or shortness of […]
-
-(Natural News) Exposure to air pollution may increase the risk of menstrual cycle irregularity in teenage girls aged 14 to 18 years old, according to a study in Human Reproduction. The study was carried out by a team of researchers from the Boston University School of Medicine, who looked at the relationship between air pollution exposure, […]
-
-(Natural News) Studies have already confirmed the link between air pollution and respiratory health. Exposure to polluted air increases a person’s risk of developing respiratory problems like asthma and organ inflammation, along with other life-threatening conditions. However, data from a recent study suggests that air pollution also increases the risk of chronic kidney disease, a condition where the […]
-
-(Natural News) The overall impact of air pollution around the world continues to worsen. A global research found that today’s air quality has cut the global life expectancy by two years. In this study, researchers at the University of Texas assessed outdoor air pollution from particulate matter or PM2.5, which are tiny particles in the air that come […]
-
-(Natural News) We have made great strides in reducing the amount of air pollution during summer. However, a new study warned that the winter season continued to display unhealthy levels of particle-laden haze, an article in News Wise reported. Led by researchers from the University of Washington (UW), the study reported that power plants and […]
Viewing 91 - 100 of 241 posts
- «Previous Page
- 1
- …
- 8
- 9
- 10
- 11
- 12
- …
- 25
- Next Page»