Exposure to pollution from car brake wear can prove to be more harmful to the lungs than diesel exhaust, according to a study. Exposure to pollution from car brake wear can prove to be more harmful to the lungs than diesel exhaust, according to a study. The study, led by researchers from the University of …
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The study shows that lung adenocarcinoma has emerged as the predominant subtype in recent years, with increasing risks observed among younger generations, particularly females, in most countries. Air pollution is the leading cause behind the rise in lung cancer cases among non-smokers, especially women and those living in Southeast Asia, according to a study published …
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What if the air we breathe also influenced our mental health? This is what recent research conducted in Scotland suggests. These findings are thought-provoking and call for a reevaluation of the fight against pollution. For several decades, experts have warned about the devastating effects of air pollution on our physical health, with millions of deaths …
Stricter environmental restrictions needed to curb impact in Scotland, conclude researchers Cumulative exposure to air pollution over several years is linked to a heightened risk of admission to hospital for mental/behavioural and physical illness, finds Scottish research published in the open access journal BMJ Open. Stricter environmental restrictions are needed to curb the impact on secondary care, conclude …
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A study published in Environmental Science and Ecotechnology has revealed a strong connection between long-term air pollution exposure and an increased risk of depression. The research, led by Harbin Medical University and Cranfield University, analyzed data from over 12,000 participants in the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study (CHARLS). The study identifies sulfur dioxide (SO₂) as the most significant contributor to …
