Tag Archives: Health Effects of Air Pollution

Air Pollution Can Increase Heart Problems

Heart attack survivors living within 300 feet (100 meters) of major roads at the time of their heart attack are 27% more likely to die over a ten year period than those who live at least 3200 feet (1000 meters) … Continue reading →

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Diesel and Your Children’s Health

Scientists have uncovered devastating proof that diesel exhaust fumes can penetrate into the lungs of children, triggering asthma, bronchitis and other respiratory conditions. British experts found tiny carbon particles, pumped out by engines, deep in the lungs of all the … Continue reading →

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Besides causing breathing problems, air pollution can pose risk to brain health, researchers say

Researchers recently found that older women are especially vulnerable to air pollution in urban areas, experiencing higher rates of mental decline when exposed to fine and coarse particulate matter. Besides causing breathing problems, air pollution can pose risk to brain … Continue reading →

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US air pollution lowest in 10 years, according to American Lung Association

The American Lung Association released a report that said air pollution in the United States was at its lowest level in 1o years. In some areas however the air quality has actually worsened. More than 40% of people in the … Continue reading →

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Heart study suggests city center pollution doubles risk of calcium build-up in arteries

People who live in city centres are twice as likely to suffer from coronary artery calcification (CAC), which can lead to heart disease, than people who live in less polluted urban and rural areas. Heart study suggests city center pollution … Continue reading →

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EPA Nipping at the Heels of Shale Gas Producers

The Environmental Protection Agency EPA has issued first ever air pollution rules for fracking wells. Drillers will be required to capture gas and its smog producing compounds that are released when the wells are tapped for the first time. This … Continue reading →

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Healthy, green and cheap but is cycling good for you?

Cyclists raise Portsmouth air pollution concerns-BBC News Healthy, green and cheap but is cycling good for you? Nitrogen dioxides levels measured in parts of the south east of England are reported to exceed the EU standards and its having an … Continue reading →

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Wearing A Facemask To Limit Air Pollution Exposure During Exercise

Wearing A Facemask To Limit Air Pollution Exposure Lowers Blood Pressure And Improves Heart Rate Variability During Exercise|Medical New Today According to data presented at the World Congress of Cardiology (WCC) Scientific Sessions in Beijing,in June 2012, wearing a facemask … Continue reading →

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