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Respro® Masks: Cycle masks, motorcycle masks and allergy masks. External wear for internal protection.

Air pollution reaching extreme levels, warns Hunter Valley council

Posted on September 3, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

HUNTER VALLEY winemakers and residents will today step up the campaign against mining in their backyards as the local council warns dust in the region is reaching ”extreme” levels. In an email to a Singleton councillor on Saturday, the council’s … Continue reading →

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Ships leave air pollution in their wake

Posted on September 2, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

Shipping may produce 30 per cent of all nitrogen oxide and 20 per cent of total sulphur emissions in Australia, a study suggests. “These [non-greenhouse gases] produce photochemical smog and airborne particulates that can contribute to health issues,” says study … Continue reading →

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Air Pollution – Colossal challenge to people’s health

Posted on September 2, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

Outdoor air pollution causes about 800,000 premature deaths and 6.4 million years of life lost. It occurs predominantly in developing countries with 65 percent being in Asia. About 81 percent of deaths and 49 percent of DALYs in people aged … Continue reading →

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Poor Air Quality Predicted for Southern New England

Posted on September 1, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

Unhealthy air quality is predicted for the southern portions of Connecticut and Rhode Island, and the south coast of Massachusetts, including Cape Cod and the Islands during August due to ground-level ozone. “With the return of high temperatures, we predict … Continue reading →

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FAQ: These bendy nose things, how far should I bend them?

Posted on August 31, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

These bendy nose things, how far should I bend them? The malleable nose clip deforms easily so that a good fit can be formed around the bridge of the nose. Continuous or exaggerated deformation will eventually cause failure in the … Continue reading →

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Air Pollution in Chinese Cities Advertisement by China Central TV

Posted on August 31, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

This short film was made by China Central TV as a social advertisement to create awareness about traffic problems and air pollution in Chinese cities and encourage people to ride a bike for our environment. Social Advertisement done by China … Continue reading →

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Air quality worsens, Missoula Valley sees influx of smoke

Posted on August 31, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

Montana’s air quality is continuing to deteriorate in some areas, with both the Bitterroot and Gallatin Valleys reporting unhealthy conditions Thursday because of fire smoke. Missoula, Frenchtown, Great Falls, Billings and Helena have had varied air quality throughout the day. … Continue reading →

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PM2.5 Level Rises in Beijing as Fog Lingers

Posted on August 31, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

The 24-hour PM2.5 data of Beijing was nearly three times higher than the national standard yesterday, followed by thicker fog today, Xinhua reported Friday. As of 3 pm yesterday, the 24-hour average of PM2.5 of the capital was up to … Continue reading →

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