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 …
Delhi’s air pollution is so bad that it’s sometimes hard to discern anything more than a few metres in front of you. And it is affecting people’s health. Breathing is uncomfortable, and one of us (Komali) developed rashes and red eyes on a recent trip to the city. Our experiences are not unusual. Delhi – …
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The average PM2.5 level was 354 micrograms per cubic metre, which is over 20 times the standard set by the World Health Organization (WHO). The PM10 levels were also above the threshold by around 12 times. IMD has issued a yellow alert. The average air quality index (AQI) in Delhi was reported to be inching …
