Traffic and noise and poverty together strongly increase heart disease risk
A recent study from the German Center for Cardiovascular Research (DZHK) and Harvard Medical School reveals a concerning link between poverty, traffic noise, and...
Breathing may introduce microplastics to the brain – new study
Small plastic particles are everywhere: in the soil where our food is grown, in the water we drink and in the air we breathe....
How climate change can harm your mental health
In recent years, more people have started feeling anxious about climate change. News reports often highlight rising temperatures, natural disasters, and the destruction of...
Air pollution linked to rising lung cancer risk in non-smokers
Lung cancer is one of the most common and deadly forms of cancer, with 2.5 million people diagnosed worldwide in 2022. While smoking remains the...
New packaging solution could reduce mercury in tuna by 35%
Tuna is a great source of protein and healthy omega-3 fatty acids, making it a popular choice for many people.
However, one major concern is...
Air pollution strongly linked to memory loss, study finds
Dementia is a disease that affects the brain, making it harder to remember things, think clearly, and behave normally. It mostly affects older adults,...
Air pollution increases risk of severe lung infections, study finds
Air pollution is widely known to cause respiratory diseases like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), but its role in lower respiratory infections—such...
New wearable devices could warn you about dangerous air pollution
Scientists have developed a new type of sensor for wearable devices that could help people detect hazardous gases in real time.
This breakthrough could lead...
New chip-free tags could revolutionize smart packaging and cut electronic waste
Researchers at the University of Glasgow have developed an eco-friendly alternative to traditional electronic tags, which could reduce waste and improve smart packaging.
These chip-free...
Earth’s atmosphere is cleaning itself – a breakthrough discovery
Scientists have discovered that the Earth's atmosphere is getting better at removing air pollution, including methane, one of the most powerful greenhouse gases.
This new...