Clean-air advocates say wood smoke being overlooked as Victoria ditches gas
Clean-air advocates say the Victorian government is failing to address pollution from wood heaters as its gas substitute…
India’s slower warming may be a mirage, with pollution particles and clouds masking the heat
Compared with many other tropical land areas, India saw a slower rise in temperature from 2001 to 2024…
Nighttime coughing could be due to air pollution levels, research suggests
Has your partner ever woken you up at night with their coughing? Has your coughing ever woken them…
The link between PM2.5 and ADHD held up after researchers tested other explanations
Two decades of nationwide data reveal contrasting patterns across birth outcomes, diabetes, and childhood ADHD as researchers probe…
Genetic COPD risk emerges early with higher air pollution
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a serious, incurable lung disease that is common in older people. However,…
China faces rising lung cancer deaths driven by aging population
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death both globally and in China, accounting for roughly 40%…
Physical Activity Paradox: Why Some Exercise Raises Dementia Risk While Leisure Workouts Protect the Brain
Not all physical activity is equal when it comes to protecting the brain from dementia. Where and why…
Air pollution mixtures linked to higher early preterm birth risk
Pregnancy puts higher oxygen demands on the body, so expectant mothers breathe significantly more air over the course…
#400 ‒ AMA #87: Environmental pollution and longevity: air pollution, noise, light, EMFs, and practical strategies to mitigate health risks
In this “Ask Me Anything” (AMA) episode, Peter explores the evidence behind environmental pollution and its impact on…
Heat can thicken blood, and dirty air may quietly strain the heart
Hot weather and dirty air may be putting more stress on the body than many people realize, especially…
The Ozone Hole’s Earliest Cause Wasn’t CFCs After All
When researchers first discovered the Antarctic ozone hole in 1985, it was a shock to the scientific community.…
Study finds indoor cats do not trigger child asthma flares
Asthma is the most common chronic disease and one of the main causes of hospitalization among children. The…