Air pollution caused by auto emissions, wildfires and other sources is problematic for many people. It’s of particular concern for pregnant people due to the impact pollutants can have on the fetus, especially in the final month before birth. A new study from the University at Buffalo offers insight into air pollution’s effects during this … Read more
People may be exposed to unhealthy levels of airborne pollutants inside their homes, even if the outdoor air quality is good, a new study reveals. Researchers at the University of Birmingham used low-cost sensors and innovative techniques over a two-week period to compare particulate matter (PM) in three homes – discovering that pollution levels in … Read more
The threat of cancer looms large for many people, yet consumers can take certain smart and preventative steps to lower the risks. Michelle Patidar, an integrative nutrition and cancer recovery coach in Chicago, recently shared in an Instagram post that she’s continuing her own fight against cancer even after surviving it — and the specific steps she’s … Read more
Extreme fire seasons in recent years highlight the urgent need to better understand wildfires within the broader context of climate change. Under climate change, many drivers of wildfires are expected to change, such as the amount of carbon stored in vegetation, rainfall, and lightning strikes. Quantifying the relative importance of these processes in recent and … Read more
Should you grab your umbrella before you walk out the door? Checking the weather forecast beforehand will only be helpful if that forecast is accurate. Spatial prediction problems, like weather forecasting or air pollution estimation, involve predicting the value of a variable in a new location based on known values at other locations. Scientists typically … Read more
New Curtin University research has found exposure to outdoor air pollution and extreme temperatures during pregnancy may increase the risk of prolonged pregnancy, offering new insights into the impact of climate change on maternal health. The study analysed data from nearly 400,000 births in Western Australia and found that higher exposure to fine particulate air … Read more
Democratic Colorado Gov. Jared Polis praised President Trump on Monday for instructing the Treasury Department to halt production of pennies, which cost more than their value to mint. “As well as saving taxpayers hundreds of millions of dollars, there are major environmental benefits to eliminating the penny. This is a great move,” Polis wrote on … Read more
We’ve all been there. You’re running late, scrambling to find that perfect pair of shoes before you head out the door. Now, imagine this: You’re on your fourth continent, about to run your fourth marathon in as many days — and the only alternative to your running sneakers is a pair of Birkenstocks. That’s exactly … Read more
Around 45,000 revelers have descended on one of Sydney’s most picturesque parks to see international musical sensations Charli XCX and Djo perform at Laneway music festival. Festival goers flooded into Centennial Park in Sydney’s eastern suburbs on Sunday to catch the first of the acts, which kicked off just after 11.30 a.m. As well as … Read more
People’s ability to interpret emotions or focus on performing a task is reduced by short-term exposure to particulate matter (PM) air pollution, potentially making everyday activities, such as the weekly supermarket shop, more challenging, a new study reveals. Scientists discovered that even brief exposure to high concentrations of PM may impair a person’s ability to … Read more