futuresciencenews
newenergyreport
cyborg
breakthrough
research
realsciencenews
air quality
05/31/2021
/
By Divina Ramirez
Switching to electric trucks and buses could save 57,000 lives by 2050, new report claims
Switching to electric trucks and buses could prevent up to 57,000 premature deaths and slash over 450 million tons of nitrogen oxide emissions by 2050. Those are the findings of a recent report by the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), a global nonprofit environmental advocacy organization based in New York. The report, titled “Clean Trucks, Clean Air, […]
03/29/2021
/
By Evangelyn Rodriguez
These Ayurvedic herbs are effective disinfectants and fumigants
A nosocomial infection also called a healthcare-associated infection (HCAI), is an infection acquired by a patient while he or she is receiving treatment in a hospital or long-term care facility. HCAI is the most common adverse health event in healthcare settings that affects patient safety. According to reports, HCAI affects about 3.2 percent of all hospitalized patients in […]
02/04/2021
/
By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers evaluate the efficiency of natural plant products for disinfecting surfaces
In this study, researchers from India evaluated the efficiency of traditional fumigation practice using natural plant products to disinfect the air and surfaces. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine. Environmental disinfection is an excellent method for reducing nosocomial or healthcare associated infections (HCAIs). HCAIs are major […]
10/08/2020
/
By Zoey Sky
China’s 10-year effort to fight aerosol pollution may be linked to warming in the northern hemisphere
Country-wide efforts to address pollution are necessary for ensuring public health wherever you live in the world. But according to experts, China’s decade-long strategies to fight aerosol could be linked to warming in the northern latitudes. Aerosol pollution, human health and agricultural productivity According to a study published in Environmental Research Letters, China’s strategies to improve air […]
09/02/2020
/
By Michael Alexander
Pollution breeds CHAOS: Scientists find link between dirty air and violent crime
The deadly and devastating effects that air pollution has on one’s health such as sickness, malaise, lowered immunity and depression are all well-known. However, it is worth noting that the phenomenon has one other, far more insidious effect that many may not be familiar with: it could induce violent behavior in some people. According to […]
08/27/2020
/
By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Breath of life? Scientists claim that air pollution could age your lungs by two years
It’s well known that air pollution increases the risk of respiratory illnesses. A recent study by Canadian and European researchers, however, has found that air pollution also ages the lungs. Using data from more than 300,000 individuals, the researchers explored the negative impact of air pollution and found that exposure to high levels of air pollutants reduces lung function […]
06/30/2020
/
By Arsenio Toledo
One-third of asthma cases in Europe linked to AIR POLLUTION: “Major lifestyle changes” are required to address the issue, say researchers
A study has found that a third of childhood asthma cases in Europe may be caused by air pollution. The study, led by researchers at the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal), looked at the rates of asthma among 63 million children in 18 European countries. The researchers estimated that more than 190,000 children in Europe become […]
04/25/2020
/
By Arsenio Toledo
Plants have “lungs” and humans have influenced the way they breathe, study says
Experts from the University of Sheffield in the U.K. have revealed how plants provide air to every cell in their bodies. Furthermore, they point out that human intervention has influenced how plants breathe. The study was headed by Andrew Fleming, a professor at Sheffield’s Institute for Sustainable Food. Their study was published in the journal Nature Communications. Plants require a […]
08/18/2019
/
By Melissa Smith
Teenagers living in areas with high air pollution are at higher risk of psychosis
Air pollution is known to cause respiratory health, but a new study suggests that it can also affect mental health, especially in teenagers. The study, which was published in JAMA Psychiatry, found that teenagers who were exposed to air pollution growing up are at a higher risk of psychosis. This is the first study that […]
06/13/2019
/
By Cassie B.
Scientists discover toxins from flooring and furniture in children’s blood, urine
Parents already have their work cut out for them ensuring the food their children eat is safe and healthy, and now a new study gives them yet another thing to worry about: chemicals in furniture and flooring. The study, which was led by researchers from Duke University, found that children who live in homes that […]
« Return Home
1 of 4
Next Page »
Get Our Free Email Newsletter
Get independent news alerts on natural cures, food lab tests, cannabis medicine, science, robotics, drones, privacy and more.
Your privacy is protected.
Subscription confirmation required.
Popular Articles
Get Our Free Email Newsletter
Get independent news alerts on natural cures, food lab tests, cannabis medicine, science, robotics, drones, privacy and more.
Subscription confirmation required.
We respect your privacy
and do not share emails with anyone. You can easily unsubscribe at any time.
COPYRIGHT © 2017 RESEARCH NEWS
Privacy Policy
Get Our Free Email Newsletter
Get independent news alerts on natural cures, food lab tests, cannabis medicine, science, robotics, drones, privacy and more.
Subscription confirmation required.
We respect your privacy
and do not share emails with anyone. You can easily unsubscribe at any time.
Close
x
By continuing to browse our site you agree to our use of cookies and our
Privacy Policy
.
Agree and close