Cognitive assessments completed by over 500 individuals at various stages of life revealed that those who grew up in areas with greater exposure to air pollution experienced more severe cognitive decline than participants from less polluted … [Read more...]
Air Pollution Increases Kidney Disease Risk
Past research has shown that air pollution can increase one’s risk for heart and lung disease. Now, an analysis of data concerning over 47,000 adults suggests that increased exposure to fine particulate matter is also associated with an elevated risk … [Read more...]
Smog Could Be Bad for Bones
In a study involving 3,700 adults living in various parts of India, researchers found that participants who lived in areas with higher fine particulate matter air pollution tended to have lower bone mass. Researcher Dr. Otavio Ranzani writes, “This … [Read more...]
Exercising at a Safe Speed in Smog
Researchers have identified the ideal speeds for cyclists and pedestrians to move in order to limit their inhalation of air pollution. Study author Dr. Alex Bigazzi notes, "The faster you move, the harder you breathe and the more pollution you could … [Read more...]
Traffic Pollution Increases Parkinson’s Risk
Taiwanese researchers report that among a sample of over 55,000 adults, those exposed to the greatest amounts of traffic-related air pollution had a 17-36% greater risk for developing Parkinson's disease than those with the least air pollution … [Read more...]
Common Air Pollution May Increase the Risk of Preterm Birth
An analysis of 225,000 births reveals that exposure to high levels of small particle air pollution from car exhaust, burning wood, coal, and other fossil fuels during pregnancy can increase the risk of early birth by up to 19%. Study author Dr. Emily … [Read more...]
Health Alert: Air Pollution
Air pollution at levels experienced by most Americans or considered safe by the Environmental Protection Agency is linked to higher risk of cognitive decline and stroke. Archives of Internal Medicine, Feb 2012 … [Read more...]