Climate change drives rise in stillbirths and newborn deaths in AfricaNewsScience
Climate change drives rise in stillbirths and newborn deaths in Africa
A recent study published in Nature Medicine highlights a disturbing correlation between rising temperatures in sub-Saharan Africa and an increased risk of perinatal deaths. The…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 3, 2024
Full articleSouth Asia air pollution fell in 2022, but remains major killer: reportNews
South Asia air pollution fell in 2022, but remains major killer: report
By Sara HUSSEIN | AFP Bangkok, Thailand - A surprise improvement in air quality in South Asia in 2022 drove a decline in global pollution,…
SourceAugust 28, 2024
Full articleHumidity’s hidden role in climate-related deathsScience
Humidity’s hidden role in climate-related deaths
Incorporating humidity improves estimations of climate impacts on health. As climate change continues to impact global health, accurate models are essential for governments, medical institutions,…
Adrian AlexandreAugust 21, 2024
Full articleIncreasing clinicians’ knowledge about climate change’s impact on health and healthcare sustainabilityClimate
Increasing clinicians’ knowledge about climate change’s impact on health and healthcare sustainability
By Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) An educational program emphasizing the relationship that climate change has with health and health care environmental sustainability was well-received by…
SourceAugust 8, 2024
Full articleStudy quantifies air pollution for NYC subway commutersNewsScience
Study quantifies air pollution for NYC subway commuters
Economically disadvantaged and racial minority groups have the highest exposure to fine particular matter during their home to work commutes. By PLOS New York City…
SourceAugust 8, 2024
Full articleDisaster plant pathology: solutions to combat agricultural threats from disastersClimate
Disaster plant pathology: solutions to combat agricultural threats from disasters
By American Phytopathological Society An often-overlooked component of natural and human-driven disasters is their potential to affect plant health and thus food security at domestic…
SourceAugust 7, 2024
Full articleFuture enterovirus outbreaks could be exacerbated by climate changeScience
Future enterovirus outbreaks could be exacerbated by climate change
By Brown University Outbreaks of hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD), which causes fever and rash in young children, typically occur in the summer months.…
SourceAugust 6, 2024
Full articleNew study finds alarming rise in persistent ‘forever chemicals’ in pesticidesScience
New study finds alarming rise in persistent ‘forever chemicals’ in pesticides
PFAs from pesticide products detected in rivers, streams throughout United States. By Environmental Working Group A peer-reviewed study published today in the journal Environmental Health…
SourceJuly 24, 2024
Full articleWarehousing industry increases health-harming pollutantsScience
Warehousing industry increases health-harming pollutants
First of a kind study shows an average 20% spike of nitrogen dioxide polluting the air for communities located near huge warehouses; people of color…
SourceJuly 24, 2024
Full articleResearch on human-centered indoor climate for health centersClimate
Research on human-centered indoor climate for health centers
By Universidad Carlos III de Madrid Credit: HumanIC project | CC0 The European scientific project HumanIC, in which Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M) is…
SourceJuly 18, 2024
Full articleOil and natural gas development in Permian is a key source of ozone pollution in Carlsbad Caverns National ParkClimate
Oil and natural gas development in Permian is a key source of ozone pollution in Carlsbad Caverns National Park
By Colorado State University New research shows that ozone concentrations at Carlsbad Caverns National Park frequently exceed Environmental Protection Agency health standards, likely due to…
SourceJuly 16, 2024
Full articleAir pollution exposure during childhood linked directly to adult bronchitis symptoms in new researchScience
Air pollution exposure during childhood linked directly to adult bronchitis symptoms in new research
By Wayne Lewis | Keck School of Medicine of USC A new study brings fresh revelations about the connection between early-life exposure to air pollution…
SourceJune 29, 2024
Full articleNew study confirms forever chemicals are absorbed through human skinScience
New study confirms forever chemicals are absorbed through human skin
By University of Birmingham A study of 17 commonly used synthetic ‘forever chemicals’ has shown that these toxic substances can readily be absorbed through human…
SourceJune 24, 2024
Full articleStudy suggests that air pollution promotes inflammation in the brain, accelerating cognitive decline and increasing risk of dementiaScience
Study suggests that air pollution promotes inflammation in the brain, accelerating cognitive decline and increasing risk of dementia
By University of Copenhagen, The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences This is the first study in Denmark showing a link between air pollution and…
SourceMay 17, 2024
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