Tag Archives: Research

PM2.5 air pollutants causing more deaths than estimated, study says

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

The health risks of microscopic air pollutants have been grossly underestimated on the mainland, with nearly 8,600 premature deaths expected this year in four major cities, a study has revealed. And premature deaths are “just a tiny fraction” of the … Continue reading →

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Autism: Traffic pollution linked, study suggests

Posted on November 27, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

The possibility that autism is linked to traffic pollution has been raised by researchers in California. Their study of more than 500 children said those exposed to high levels of pollution were three times more likely to have autism than … Continue reading →

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Airborne particles smuggle pollutants to far reaches of globe

Posted on November 22, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

Pollution from fossil fuel burning and forest fires reaches all the way to the Arctic, even though it should decay long before it travels that far. Now, lab research can explain how pollution makes its lofty journey: rather than ride … Continue reading →

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How birds are used to monitor pollution

Posted on November 20, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

Common nesting birds may provide a convenient way to track environmental clean-up efforts. Nesting birds that feed on insects that hatch in lake or stream-bed sediments may make good biomonitors for pollution, says Thomas Custer of the US Geological Survey’s … Continue reading →

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Air pollution ‘ages the brain’ a study suggests

Posted on November 18, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

Researchers found that elderly people did worse on thinking tests if they lived in areas with high levels of air pollution, compared to those in areas with relatively clean air. The team from University of southern California presented their findings … Continue reading →

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While pregnant, traffic pollution near home raises risk for preeclampsia

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

Exposure to traffic-related air pollution can greatly raise a pregnant woman’s risk for preeclampsia, a large study from Australia has found. Preeclampsia can cause serious health problems for mother and baby. The strongest effects were observed among women exposed during … Continue reading →

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Researchers develop technique to help pollution forecasters see past clouds

Posted on July 12, 2012 by Respro® UK Ltd

Until now, scientists who study air pollution using satellite imagery have been limited by weather. Clouds in particular, provide much less information than a sunny day. University of Iowa scientists have created a technique to help satellites “see” through the … 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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