Air Pollution

Aerial view of the Duomo Cathedral in Milan on February 21st, 2024. Photo by GABRIEL BOUYS / AFP A new report from environmental watchdog Legambiente has revealed the Italian cities with the worst levels of air pollution. Is yours on the list? The latest Mal’aria (‘Bad air’) report from environmental…

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Long-term exposure to low levels of traffic-related air pollution harms the liver and may raise the risk of metabolic-associated fatty liver disease, a new study in mice suggests. Fatty liver, also called hepatic steatosis, is the most common liver disease worldwide, and occurs when excess fat builds up in liver…

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Schools in Delhi will resume classes in ‘hybrid’ mode from Thursday following the re-imposition of GRAP Stage IV curbs across the national capital region. Air quality in Delhi-NCR plummeted overnight — soaring from 275 to 396 within 24 hours — as calm winds, low temperatures and foggy conditions allowed accumulation…

Keck School of Medicine of USC In a study of more than 5,000 mothers and their children, exposure to air pollution during the three months before pregnancy predicted higher child body mass index (BMI) and related obesity risk factors up to two years of age. Findings from the study, which…

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With indoor air pollution on the rise, plants can be more than just pretty decorations inside. They can improve your overall well-being. Research shows that certain plants purify the air, reduce stress, and even improve sleep quality. If you’re looking to enhance your indoor environment, here are the top 10 indoor plants for health benefits.…