Tag Archives: Alzheimer’s

Living near major roads linked to risk of dementia, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and MS

Posted on January 24, 2020 by Respro® UK Ltd

Living near major roads or highways is linked to higher incidence of dementia, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and multiple sclerosis (MS), suggests new research published this week in the journal Environmental Health. Researchers from the University of British Columbia analyzed … Continue reading →

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Air pollution linked to much greater risk of dementia

Posted on September 19, 2018 by Respro® UK Ltd

Risk in over-50s increases by 40% where highest nitrogen oxide levels exist, study shows Air pollution may increase the chance of developing dementia, a study has suggested, in fresh evidence that the health of people of all ages is at risk … Continue reading →

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Air pollution is making us dumber, study shows

Posted on August 28, 2018 by Respro® UK Ltd

Air pollution could be more damaging to our health than previously thought, according to a new study, which found that prolonged exposure to dirty air has a significant impact on our cognitive abilities, especially in older men. According to the … Continue reading →

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Pollution and Alzheimer’s

Posted on June 4, 2018 by Respro® UK Ltd

Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder causing dementia, abnormal brain functions, and complete dependence on others in the long run. It was named after Dr. Alois Alzheimer, a neurologist. Several categorizations are developed based on the parameters such as severity … Continue reading →

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Air pollution may lead to dementia in older women 

Posted on February 3, 2017 by Respro® UK Ltd

Tiny particles that pollute the air — the kind that come mainly from power plants and automobiles — may greatly increase the chance of dementia, including dementia caused by Alzheimer’s disease, according to USC-led research. Scientists and engineers found that older women … Continue reading →

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Living near heavy traffic increases risk of dementia, say scientists 

Posted on January 5, 2017 by Respro® UK Ltd

Study tracking 6.6 million people estimates effect on one in 10 cases of Alzheimer’s while those living by busy roads are 12% are more likely to be diagnosed with dementia People living near a busy road have an increased risk … Continue reading →

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Toxic air pollution particles found in human brains 

Posted on September 6, 2016 by Respro® UK Ltd

Detection of ‘abundant’ magnetite particles raises concerns because of suggested links to Alzheimer’s disease Toxic nanoparticles from air pollution have been discovered in human brains in “abundant” quantities, a newly published study reveals. The detection of the particles, in brain … Continue reading →

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Pollution particles ‘get into brain’

Posted on September 6, 2016 by Respro® UK Ltd

Tiny particles of pollution have been discovered inside samples of brain tissue, according to new research. Suspected of toxicity, the particles of iron oxide could conceivably contribute to diseases like Alzheimer’s – though evidence for this is lacking. The finding … Continue reading →

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