Tag Archives: PM – Particulate Matter

Sharp rise in air pollution this year: BMC

Posted on August 29, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

After a year of partial respite from rising air pollution during last year, the city has seen a sharp rise in the level of air pollutants this year. Extensive public and private construction and other related activities have led to … Continue reading →

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Devastating Effects of Air Pollution in China

Posted on July 28, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

Over the last seven years, Chinese have become more aware of the devastating effects of air pollution. PM stands for damaging air pollutants called “particulate matter,” and 2.5 refers to their size in microns a unit of measurement that is … Continue reading →

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London 2012: opening of Games could see ‘perfect storm’ of smog pollution

Posted on July 25, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

High temperatures and easterly winds that are forecast to persist until Friday look likely to create a “perfect storm” of smog pollution that could affect the performance of athletes at the start of the Olympics, experts warned on Wednesday. Health … Continue reading →

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The Effects of PM10

Posted on June 26, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

You might think people look ridiculous wearing masks, but look at the scientific literature on the effects of PM10 (particles smaller than 10 microns) on lungs/heart/cancer and you won’t be laughing any more. For scientific literature, click here: PubMed What does … Continue reading →

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DEC issues air quality warning across New York

Posted on June 23, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

The state Department of Environmental Conservation is warning of potentially unhealthy air across the state Thursday. DEC has issued an air quality health advisory based on predicted high amounts of ground-level ozone. The advisory is in effect from 11 a.m. … Continue reading →

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Heat and pollution make it a weekend to forget

Posted on June 11, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

Shanghai may have experienced its longest period of June pollution over the past few days since it launched its air quality index in 1997. The city experienced more than 60 hours of pollution, caused by PM2.5 particles. According to the Shanghai … Continue reading →

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Chile’s Smog Still Deadly

Posted on June 9, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

Chile has issued environmental alert for its capital because of air pollution. Santiago is bordered by the Andes mountains where smog from cars and factories is often bottled up. City officials have now placed limits on industries and the circulation … Continue reading →

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Winter air pollution returns to Hastings NZ

Posted on June 7, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

A cold start to winter has meant that there have already been five exceedances of the national air quality standards in Hastings this winter. Napier also came close to exceeding last weekend. via Winter air pollution returns to Hastings | … Continue reading →

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