Tag Archives: Air Pollution

Prenatal Air Pollution Levels Linked to ADHD in Kids

Kids who are exposed to the highest levels of air pollution before birth have a greater risk of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms than their less exposed peers, according to new research. In the study, researchers looked at levels … Continue reading →

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An ultra low emission zone won’t clean London’s air alone

Boris Johnson’s plan to improve the capital’s air quality by making central London an ultra low emission zone (ULEZ) has now gone out to consultation. It will require all motor vehicles driven within the zone to spew little if any … Continue reading →

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Beijing attempts to cut air pollution for Apec summit

To Beijing’s 21 million residents, the city’s air pollution is a health hazard. To the city’s leaders, it’s an embarrassment. So as the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit (Apec) begins this week in the city, authorities have been scrambling to keep … Continue reading →

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India air pollution ‘cutting crop yields by almost half’

Air pollution in India has become so severe that yields of crops are being cut by almost half, scientists have found. Researchers analysed yields for wheat and rice alongside pollution data, and concluded significant decreases in yield could be attributed … Continue reading →

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Childhood leukemia and air pollution linked, say scientists

Researchers have suggested a theory in which a previously reported risk of leukemia among children born close to overhead power lines could be caused by an alteration to surrounding air pollution. Researchers have found little evidence to support the ‘corona-ion … Continue reading →

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Beresfield residents battling air pollution

All the proof he needs is the black oily and dusty residue that coats the roof of his Enright Street house, its fence and outdoor furniture. ‘‘You would not believe the pollution that we breathe in when those westerly winds start … Continue reading →

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Sharp spike in Bhopal air pollution on Diwali

Minimum temperature rose sharply and air pollution levels touched alarming levels on Diwali leaving many at the risk of respiratory problems in the state capital. The respirable suspended particulate matter RSPM — which directly affects breathing — went up 2.6 … Continue reading →

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Boris Johnson denies misleading MPs over London’s air quality

Boris Johnson’s office have described accusations that he misled a House of Commons select committee as “completely untrue and unfounded”. Last month the Mayor appeared before the the environmental audit committee as part of MPs’ investigation into air quality. In … Continue reading →

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